@article{ref1,
title="The qualitative study of intentional self-harm in Thailand: focusing on predisposing child-rearing environments and self-harm cessation",
journal="Frontiers in psychology",
year="2023",
author="Limsuwan, Nida and Lantomrattana, Anyamanee and Prachason, Thanavadee and Tantrarungroj, Thanita and Lorterapong, Passaporn and Thongpan, Masatha and Waleeprakhon, Punjaporn",
volume="14",
number="",
pages="e957477-e957477",
abstract="INTRODUCTION: Intentional self-harm in adolescents and young people, including both suicidal behaviors and non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI), is a serious issue in mental health systems. However, the majority of studies on self-harm in adolescents and young people focused on a quantitative methodology which might have limitations in explaining this complex phenomenon of intentional self-harm. Therefore, this study aimed to describe the subjective experiences of adolescents and young people who presented with intentional self-harm in order to provide a better understanding of this behavioral phenomenon. <br><br>METHODS: This is an exploratory qualitative study that uses phenomenological processes and thematic analysis. Twenty subjects aged 13-29 years were included in this study. <br><br>RESULTS: The results revealed six themes regarding predisposing child-rearing environments and nine themes regarding factors related to the cessation of intentional self-harm. Moreover, it demonstrated the important functions of self-harm as an intrapersonal strategy for emotional regulation. <br><br>DISCUSSION: In conclusion, this study underscored the importance of understanding the developmental and cessation pathways of these complex behaviors.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="1664-1078",
doi="10.3389/fpsyg.2023.957477",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2023.957477"
}