The Function of Self-Harm Behavior in a Forensic Population
This article examines the functions of self-injurious behavior (SIB) in forensic populations. The cases of four individual offenders who have engaged in SIB are presented. These cases depict the four main functions of self-harm behaviors including (a) suicidal intent, (b) manipulation of the environ...
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Format: | Print Article |
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2005
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International journal of offender therapy and comparative criminology
Year: 2005, Volume: 49, Issue: 2, Pages: 131-142 |
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Summary: | This article examines the functions of self-injurious behavior (SIB) in forensic populations. The cases of four individual offenders who have engaged in SIB are presented. These cases depict the four main functions of self-harm behaviors including (a) suicidal intent, (b) manipulation of the environment, (c) emotion regulation, and (d) a response to psychotic delusions or hallucinations. Assessment and treatment implications are discussed |
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ISSN: | 0306-624X |