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Direct linkERIC Number: EJ886352
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2010
Pages: 15
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The Self-Injury Experiences of Young Adult Women: Implications for Counseling
Craigen, Laurie M.; Milliken, Tammi F.
Journal of Humanistic Counseling, Education and Development, v49 n1 p112-126 Spr 2010
Many counselors lack a clear understanding of the phenomenon of self-injury. This article presents results of a qualitative study examining the experiences of young adult women who engage in self-injurious behaviors. Interpretation of the participants' narrative data offers insight into the value of a humanistic approach to counseling this population. (Contains 1 table.)
Descriptors: Females, Young Adults, Self Destructive Behavior, Injuries, Qualitative Research, Individual Characteristics, Counselor Client Relationship, Counselor Attitudes, Coping, Eating Disorders, Interpersonal Relationship, Systems Approach
American Counseling Association. 5999 Stevenson Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22304. Tel: 800-422-2648; Tel: 800-347-6647; Fax: 800-473-2329; Web site: http://www.counseling.org
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Audience: Counselors
Language: English
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