Examining the scope and patterns of deliberate self ‐injurious cutting content in popular social media

ConclusionsFindings characterize the graphic nature of online SNS deliberate self‐injury content and the relative absence of SNS‐posted resources for populations seeking out deliberate self‐injurious cutting content. Mental health professionals must recognize the rapidly changing landscape of adolescent media consumption, influences, and social interaction as they may pertain to self‐harm patterns.

Source: Depression and Anxiety - June 29, 2017 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Elizabeth M. Miguel, Tommy Chou, Alejandra Golik, Danielle Cornacchio, Amanda L. Sanchez, Mariah DeSerisy, Jonathan S. Comer Tags: RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research