Characterizing gender differences in nonsuicidal self-injury: Evidence from a large clinical sample of adolescents and adults

While nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI) is common in both men and women, research exploring the intersection of NSSI and gender has been limited by the use of small samples of males drawn primarily from non-clinical populations. To address these limitations, we analyzed data from a large sample of patients enrolled in an NSSI partial hospitalization program (PHP) to compare males and females across several variables, including NSSI characteristics, correlates, and pre-post treatment outcomes. Results indicated similar NSSI characteristics and treatment outcomes for males and females, with few exceptions.

Source: Comprehensive Psychiatry - March 8, 2018 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Sarah E. Victor, Jennifer J. Muehlenkamp, Nicole A. Hayes, Gregory J. Lengel, Denise M. Styer, Jason J. Washburn Source Type: research