Healing the wounds: understanding individuals' experiences in cessation of non-suicidal self-injury
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Date
2014-01
Authors
Sugimoto, Tamiko
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Lethbridge, Alta. : University of Lethbridge, Faculty of Education
Abstract
The intention of this study was to investigate the cessation of non-suicidal self-injury
(NSSI): How and why individuals with a past history of NSSI stopped engaging in the
behaviour. To meet this aim, two comprehensive literature reviews were performed
examining factors of cessation drawn from previous NSSI literature and from substance
abuse and eating disorder literature. An online survey was created to ascertain which
variables were endorsed by a sample population of individuals who have successfully
resolved NSSI (n = 49). The results identified specific factors and underlying
mechanisms associated with cessation, including the motivation to change, maturational
factors, relational ties, natural recovery and internal strategies utilized to reduce NSSI.
Recommendations for future research and treatment implications are provided. Given the
high prevalence of NSSI and the scarcity of research focusing on the cessation of NSSI,
the information gleaned from this thesis may assist counsellors in developing more
effective assessment methods, interventions, and treatment strategies.
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non-suicidal self-injury , self-injury , cessation research , treatment , counseling , mental health