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Crawford, Hayley; Karakatsani, Efthalia; Singla, Gursharan; Oliver, Chris – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2019
Self-injurious and aggressive behaviors are common in fragile X syndrome (FXS). However, little is known about the persistence of these behaviors and associated risk markers. We established the prevalence and persistence of self-injurious and aggressive behaviors over eight years in males with FXS, and associations with risk markers. Results…
Descriptors: Self Destructive Behavior, Aggression, Males, Genetic Disorders
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Sornberger, Michael J.; Heath, Nancy L.; Toste, Jessica R.; McLouth, Rusty – Suicide and Life-Threatening Behavior, 2012
Nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI) among adolescents is a growing concern. However, little is known about gender and features of this behavior. Gender differences in NSSI among a sample of 7,126 adolescents were investigated, 1,774 of whom reported having engaged in NSSI. Gender differences in prevalence, method, and location of NSSI were examined.…
Descriptors: Females, Incidence, Injuries, Adolescents
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Balsam, Kimberly F.; Lehavot, Keren; Beadnell, Blair – Journal of Interpersonal Violence, 2011
Childhood sexual abuse (CSA) has several deleterious effects on health and well-being, including increased risk for rape in adulthood. Such revictimization experiences are linked to negative mental health outcomes. The vast majority of literature on prevalence and impact of sexual revictimization has focused on heterosexual women. In an effort to…
Descriptors: Rape, Females, Incidence, Mental Health