Non Suicidal Self Injury (NSSI)

Non suicidal self-injury (NSSI) is the deliberate, self-inflicted destruction of body tissue resulting in immediate damage, without suicidal intent and for purposes not culturally sanctioned.

Please reach out to a trusted adult at SI if you or your child has concerns about NSSI. The Wellness team is here to support you and create healthy change.

If you would like to speak, confidentially to a licensed therapist at SI about this or any Mental Health Concern, please reach out to Pam Spaulding, MFT, Wellness Director

A Podcast by Dr. Nicholas Westers

Tips for Supporting Those Who Self-Harm, with Dr. Nicholas Westers

The Psychology of Self-Injury: Exploring Self-Harm & Mental Health

Nicholas J. Westers, Psy.D., ABPP from Children's Health and the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas provides practical tips and considerations for supporting individuals who engage in self-injury and self-harm.

Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-psychology-of-self-injury-exploring-self-harm/id1545452037?i=1000663396598

A video by Cornell Research on Recovery

Learn about the recovery process as experienced by people who have struggled with self-injury themselves or alongside someone they care about.

More information here on recovery.

© 2024 The Cornell Research Program for Self-Injury Recovery

A course for parents

Non Suicidal Self Injury- A Course From Cornell University for Parents

This course is based on research and is designed to provide parents with facts and practical knowledge to move past initial reactions and move on to supporting your child, your family, and yourself.

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