psych 24 Flashcards
(12 cards)
Psychotic disorders are under what category of SIB
Severe/major
3 types of self injurious behavior
Severe/major
Organic/stereotyped
Typical/superficial
Developmental disorders fall under what category of SIB?
Organic/stereotyped
Emotional or psychological causes fall under what category of SIB
Typical/superficial
Definition of SIB
Intentional harm to one’s body without suicidal intent
% of SIB that do cutting
72%
SIB males vs females
Females about 3 times more likely
Prevalence of SIB
1% population will have SIB in lifetime
What population is increasing in SIB
Males in prisons
Course of SIB
Starts around 14
Increases into late 20s
Stops in 30s
Average 10-15 years
Neuro developmental disorders that have self mutilation but are not to relieve interpersonal pain
Tics Tourette Lesch-Nyhan Parader Willi / Angelman Mental retardation Autism spectrum
Meds that can cause self mutilation
Stimulants
Antipsychotics