This clinical workshop, informed by current research, will focus on understanding, managing and treating diverse forms of non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI). These forms will include: 1) common, low lethality NSSI such as arm and body cutting, self-inflicted burning, abrading, skin picking, excoriation of wounds, and 2) atypical, severe NSSI such as damage requiring medical attention, harming unusual body areas (e.g. face and genitals), and ingesting foreign bodies. Self-injury will be distinguished from suicidal behavior, but will also be discussed as a major risk factor for suicide attempts. The topic of social contagion of self-injury will also be addressed. Very practical suggestions in dealing with self-injury will be provided. As described in Walsh (2014), a “Stepped Care Approach” will be employed regarding the management and treatment of self-injury. A stepped care approach is used so that clients and families receive only as much support and targeted treatment as they need.

Hosted by The Bridge Training Institute in Marlborough, MA for 6 CEs. For more info, visit: http://thebridgetraininginstitute.org/.