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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Autor principal: Jeglic, Elizabeth L. (Autor)
Otros Autores: Vanderhoff, Holly A. ; Donovick, Peter J.
Tipo de documento: Print Artículo
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Publicado: 2005
En: International journal of offender therapy and comparative criminology
Año: 2005, Volumen: 49, Número: 2, Páginas: 131-142
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Palabras clave:
Selbstverletzung
Selbstmord
Motivation
Strafgefangene
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Sumario: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
ISSN:0306-624X