Year: 1993 Source: London, Ontario: Judith S. Carscadden, (August 1993). 112p. SIEC No: 19940352

This book focuses on those who self-harm for reasons other than psychosis & intellectual impairment. All elements of the self-harm syndrome are described. High risk characteristics, assessment criteria, & therapeutic strategies are outlined. Effective interventions at each level of impending self-harm & the post-crisis stage are described. A workbook is included which can be used independently by someone who self-injures, in conjunction with a therapist or in group therapy sessions.