Self-Injury and Cutting Stopping the Pain |
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Author:
| Shea, John M. |
Series title: | Helpline: Teen Issues and Answers Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-1-4488-9457-4 |
Publication Date: | Jul 2013 |
Publisher: | Rosen Publishing Group
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Book Format: | Ebook |
List Price: | USD $38.41 |
Book Description:
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Self-injury and cutting refers to harming one's own body on purpose, a troubling problem that tends to begin in the teen or early adult years. Also known by several other terms, including "self-harm" and "self-mutilation," the behavior is often used as an outlet to get temporary relief from tormenting emotions. Written by a medical doctor, this book offers honest information about self-injury, who it tends to affect, and possible reasons people self-injure. The author is...
More DescriptionSelf-injury and cutting refers to harming one's own body on purpose, a troubling problem that tends to begin in the teen or early adult years. Also known by several other terms, including "self-harm" and "self-mutilation," the behavior is often used as an outlet to get temporary relief from tormenting emotions. Written by a medical doctor, this book offers honest information about self-injury, who it tends to affect, and possible reasons people self-injure. The author is straightforward, yet sympathetic and supportive, in detailing the dangers of the behavior and how teens can help themselves or others to stop. Myths and facts, questions for a therapist, and organizations to contact for further information are helpful features.