What is Self injury?
CATEGORY:
Self-injury or self-infliction is deliberate injury inflicted by a person upon their own body without suicidal intent. These acts may be aimed at relieving otherwise unbearable emotions, sensations of unreality and numbness.
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How do members experience Self injury?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emotional pain | 6 | 4 | |
| Anger | 1 | 0 | |
| Anxious mood | 1 | 1 | |
| Feelings of emptiness | 1 | 0 | |
| Self hatred or loathing | 1 | 1 |
Member evaluations
Sandrabuddha
evaluated on May 15, 2009
- Perceived effectiveness for emotional pain: Slight
- Side effects: None
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What are people saying about Self injury?
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