Biopsychosocial approach to treating self-injurious behaviors: an adolescent case study.
OBJECTIVE
Self-injurious behaviors (SIBs) are a common coping mechanism in the adolescent population. A marked increase in SIB has been seen in recent years, yet effective treatment remains elusive.


OBJECTIVE
This study aims to review current theoretical perspectives and treatment options that reflect a biopsychosocial framework.


METHODS
Selected multidisciplinary literature related to SIB.


CONCLUSIONS
A 6-month multidisciplinary approach targeting the unique physical, emotional, and social needs of a 14-year-old girl in residential treatment led to the complete cessation of SIB.
Askew
Mary
M
Youth Consultation Service, East Orange, NJ, USA.
Byrne
Mary W
MW
D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D000293:Adolescent; D000294:Adolescent Behavior; D000296:Adolescent Psychiatry; D001689:Biological Psychiatry; D001714:Bipolar Disorder / Q000150:complications; D055317:Evidence-Based Practice; D005260:Female; D006301:Health Services Needs and Demand; D006801:Humans; D016294:Models, Nursing; D008960:Models, Psychological; D010348:Patient Care Team / Q000458:organization & administration*; D011568:Psychiatric Nursing; D000297:Psychology, Adolescent; D012114:Residential Treatment / Q000458:organization & administration; D016728:Self-Injurious Behavior / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000523:psychology / Q000628:therapy*