@article{ref1,
title="A qualitative analysis of perspectives on self-directed violence in a prospective longitudinal study of young women with and without childhood ADHD",
journal="Journal of attention disorders",
year="2024",
author="Ahmad, Shaikh I. and Hinshaw, Stephen P.",
volume="ePub",
number="ePub",
pages="ePub-ePub",
abstract="OBJECTIVE: Non-suicidal self-directed violence (NSSDV) is a significant and growing youth public health crisis. Girls with ADHD are at increased risk of engaging in NSSDV, yet qualitative studies with this population-to better understand manifestations, motivations, and developmental course-are lacking. <br><br>METHOD: We conducted semi-structured, qualitative interviews with a sub-sample of 57 young women (32 with childhood ADHD, 25 neurotypical comparisons; mean age of 27 years, part of a larger prospective longitudinal study) regarding histories and manifestations of NSSDV. <br><br>RESULTS: Inductive and deductive analysis revealed several key themes, including self-perceived reasons for engaging in NSSDV (affect regulation, attention seeking, self-punishment, asserting control), impulsivity, secretiveness, and in some cases motivations for desistance. <br><br>CONCLUSION: Findings underscore the importance of early education and screening, especially among high-risk clinical populations. Increased resources and supports for professionals, parents, and peers are indicated, along with countering the persistent stigma associated with ADHD and NSSDV.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="1087-0547",
doi="10.1177/10870547231221729",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/10870547231221729"
}