How Do Researchers Define Self-Injurious Behavior?

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  • Author(s): Matson, Johnny L.; Turygin, Nicole C.
  • Language:
    English
  • Source:
    Research in Developmental Disabilities: A Multidisciplinary Journal. Jul-Aug 2012 33(4):1021-1026.
  • Physical Description:
    PDF
  • Publication Date:
    2012
  • Document Type:
    Journal Articles
    Reports - Descriptive
  • Additional Information
    • Availability:
      Elsevier. 6277 Sea Harbor Drive, Orlando, FL 32887-4800. Tel: 877-839-7126; Tel: 407-345-4020; Fax: 407-363-1354; e-mail: [email protected]; Web site: http://www.elsevier.com
    • Peer Reviewed:
      Y
    • Source:
      6
    • Subject Terms:
      Self Destructive Behavior; Mental Retardation; Injuries; At Risk Persons; Mental Disorders; Individual Characteristics; Definitions
    • Accession Number:
      10.1016/j.ridd.2012.01.009
    • ISSN:
      0891-4222
    • Abstract:
      Self-injurious behavior is commonly observed among persons with intellectual disabilities. However, a second parallel use of this term is used in the general mental health field for self-mutilation. The authors describe these two disorders and how they differ. Characteristics of what we refer to as repetitive self-injurious behavior among persons with intellectual disabilities and risk factors for these behaviors are discussed. We also describe different assessment/testing methods which aid in defining this phenomenon. The implications of these data for research and clinical practice are discussed.
    • Abstract:
      As Provided
    • Publication Date:
      2012
    • Accession Number:
      EJ967033