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Freedom from Self-Harm
About this book
Self-injury can be as addictive as any drug, and the secrecy and shame many sufferers feel about this behavior can keep them feeling trapped. But if you''re ready to replace self-harm with a set of healthy coping skills, this compassionate and practical book can help.
This complete guide to stopping self-injury gives you the facts about self-harm, corrects common myths about this behavior, and provides self-soothing techniques you can begin using right away for regulating difficult or overwhelming emotions. Freedom from Self-Harm also includes self-assessment worksheets, guidance for seeking professional help, and information about the most effective therapies and medications. Drawn from treatments such as dialectical behavior therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy, the tools in this book can help you cope with your emotions whenever you feel the urge to self-harm.
This book has been awarded The Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies Self-Help Seal of Merit — an award bestowed on outstanding self-help books that are consistent with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) principles and that incorporate scientifically tested strategies for overcoming mental health difficulties. Used alone or in conjunction with therapy, our books offer powerful tools readers can use to jump-start changes in their lives.
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Table of contents
- Contents
- Foreword
- Acknowledgments
- Introduction
- Part I: Understanding Self-Harm
- 1. What is Self-Harm?
- 2. Myths about Self-harm
- 3. What Causes Self-Harm?
- 4. Psychiatric Disorders that Often Accompany Self-Harm
- 5. The Many Purposes of Self-Harm: Why People Harm Themselves
- 6. So, What’s Wrong with Self-Harm?
- Part II: How Do I Get Help for Self-harm?
- 7. Getting Help for Self-Harm
- 8. Psychological Treatments
- 9. Medication Treatments
- Part III: Coping Strategies for Managing Self-Harm
- 10. Getting Motivated to Stop Self-Harm and Increasing Your Chances of Success
- 11. Coping with Self-Harm Urges
- 12. Managing Emotions Related to Self-Harm
- 13. Moving Forward: Living a Life Without Self-Harm
- References