Self-Injury

By Toney Allman

The Cornell University College of Human Ecology categorizes self-injury as intentional carving or cutting of the skin, subdermal tissue scratching, intentional burning, banging or punching oneself, and embedding objects under the skin. To date, sixteen forms of self-injury have been documented, and recent studies show that there is no one profile for self-harm. This critical edition discusses self-mutilation and other self-harm behaviors. Chapters explore why some individuals harm themselves, the risks of self-injury, and how to treat and prevent it.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1420505521
• ISBN13: 9781420505528
• Release Date: March 2011
• Publisher: Lucent Press
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.0" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 12 to 15 years
• Grade Range: Grades 7 to 10