Abstract
The self-injury experiences of young adult women: Implications and counseling.
Craigen, L.~~Milliken, T.~~~
Many counselors lack a clear understanding of the phenomenon of self-injury. This article presents results of a qualitative study examining the experiences of young adult women who engage in self-injurious behaviors. Interpretation of the participants’ narrative data offers insight into the value of a humanistic approach to counseling this population.