How do researchers define self-injurious behavior?
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-2012
Abstract
Self-injurious behavior is commonly observed among persons with intellectual disabilities. However, a second parallel use of this term is used in the general mental health field for self-mutilation. The authors describe these two disorders and how they differ. Characteristics of what we refer to as repetitive self-injurious behavior among persons with intellectual disabilities and risk factors for these behaviors are discussed. We also describe different assessment/testing methods which aid in defining this phenomenon. The implications of these data for research and clinical practice are discussed.
Publication Source (Journal or Book title)
Research in developmental disabilities
First Page
1021
Last Page
6
Recommended Citation
Matson, J. L., & Turygin, N. C. (2012). How do researchers define self-injurious behavior?. Research in developmental disabilities, 33 (4), 1021-6. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ridd.2012.01.009