About this course
Non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) is a growing concern worldwide. Although the actual term may vary (e.g., self harm, self-injurious behavior, parasuicidal behavior), NSSI is generally defined as intentional self-inflicted injury to the body to cause pain, bleeding or bruising but without the presence of suicidal intention. Behavioral examples include, but are not limited to, cutting, burning (with fire or eraser), skin carving, scratching, biting, hitting self or objects, embedding objects under the skin or head banging. Over the past decade the rate of NSSI has skyrocketed. Given the high correlation with actual suicide, being able to identify and treat NSSI is critical for mental health providers and allied health care professionals. This online CE course examines the historical context of this behavior, reviews the current diagnostic classification of NSSI, and discusses the theoretical formulations of self-injury. Psychosocial risk factors associated with self-injury including sexual orientation and environmental contributors like bullying and Internet usage are explored. Guidelines and considerations for assessment are presented, as well as treatment options and resources for clinicians to enhance effective and efficient care.
Course Specific Approvals and Disclosures
HealthForum Online has been approved by Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board as an Educational provider with programs approved by NBCC, provider approval #50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling as a Board Approved Provider, provider approval # 50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing and Certified Nursing Assistant as a Board Approved Provider, provider approval # 50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing as a provider of professional continuing education for health care professionals, provider approval #50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the Florida Board of Psychology as a Board Approved Provider, provider approval # 50-29605.
HealthForum Online has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7185. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. HealthForum Online is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
HealthForum Online is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. HealthForum maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
The presenter and all members of the planning team have disclosed that they have no relevant financial commercial relationships to products or devices related to the content of this educational activity. Wherever possible, generic or non-proprietary names of medication have been used. Courses include expert peer reviews of the content where applicable.