SELF INJURY

Nov 10 2025HEALTH

How Lifestyle Choices Impact Teen Mental Health

Teenagers today face a lot of pressure. They juggle school, friends, and growing up. But did you know their daily habits can greatly affect their mental health? A recent study looked at how lifestyle choices relate to non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) in Spanish teens. The study focused on students aged 14 to 16. Researchers checked various aspects of their lives. The...

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Feb 25 2025HEALTH

Understanding the Link Between Childhood Trauma and Self-Harm

Childhood trauma can have lasting effects on a person's mental health. One of the most concerning outcomes is non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI). This behavior is often a way for individuals to cope with overwhelming emotions or past experiences. Researchers have been studying the connection between different types of childhood trauma and NSSI. A recent study focused o...

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Jan 10 2025HEALTH

The Impact of Childhood Traumas on Chinese Teens' Self-Harm and Suicidal Thoughts

Ever wondered how our experiences as kids affect our mental health when we grow up? Well, let's talk about some tough stuff. Researchers have noticed that experiencing bad things as a kid can lead to self-harm and even suicidal thoughts in teens. But here’s the thing, school plays a huge role in turning that around. Having a supportive school environment can make a w...

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Nov 30 2024HEALTH

Self-Harm Among Teens with Eating Disorders: A Closer Look

Eating disorders and self-harm without suicidal intent often start during teenage years. When these issues happen together, it can lead to more severe symptoms and a higher risk of suicide. This study looks into how common self-harm is among young people who have eating disorders. Researchers combined data from many studies to find out the lifetime prevalence of sel...

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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

Teens and Depression: How Rumination and Resilience Affect Self-Harm

Adolescence is a time of significant change, and with it comes a range of emotions like depression and anxiety. One concerning trend is the rise of non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) among teens with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). A recent study in China looked into this issue, focusing on the role of rumination and resilience. The study involved 1, 601 teens with MD...

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