Self-Injury and Cutting
Author | : John M. Shea |
Publisher | : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc |
Total Pages | : 91 |
Release | : 2013-07-15 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781448894574 |
ISBN-13 | : 1448894573 |
Rating | : 4/5 (74 Downloads) |
Download or read book Self-Injury and Cutting written by John M. Shea and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2013-07-15 with total page 91 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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 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.