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Self-Injury
Self-injurious behavior typically refers to a variety of behaviors in which a child or adult purposefully inflicts harm to his or her body without suicidal intent. Self-injurious behavior can include, among other behaviors:
Self-injury can be and is performed on any part of the body, but most often occurs on the arms, hands and wrists. The severity of the act can vary from superficial wounds to those resulting in lasting disfigurement. Although not typically a suicidal gesture, self-injury is statistically associated with suicide and can result in unanticipated severe harm or fatality.
Treating self-injury usually requires psychotherapy and medications, with emergency or psychiatric hospitalization sometimes necessary.
To determine eligibility for CMH services, contact the St. Clair County Community Mental Health ACCESS customer services hotline Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. at 1-888-225-4447. Crisis help also is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.Links of Interest:
