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Self-mutilation in antisocial personality (disorder).

M Virkkunen

    Acta Psychiatrica Scandinavica
    |November 1, 1976
    PubMed
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    Individuals with antisocial personality disorder who self-mutilate through slashing in prison often exhibit increased rage, drug abuse, and anxiety. Environmental factors within prisons appear crucial in triggering this self-destructive behavior.

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    Area of Science:

    • Forensic Psychology
    • Clinical Psychology
    • Psychiatry

    Background:

    • Antisocial personality disorder (ASPD) is a complex mental health condition.
    • Self-mutilation, including slashing, is a concerning behavior observed in correctional settings.
    • Understanding the specific characteristics of individuals with ASPD who engage in self-mutilation is crucial for targeted interventions.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To identify the distinct characteristics and background factors of individuals with ASPD who resort to slashing within prison.
    • To compare these individuals with a control group of individuals with ASPD who do not engage in slashing.
    • To explore the environmental triggers for self-mutilation in a prison setting.

    Main Methods:

    • Comparative study design.

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  • Analysis of clinical and background information of incarcerated individuals with ASPD.
  • Comparison between a group engaging in slashing and a control group.

    • Main Results:

    • Individuals who slash exhibited higher rates of rage, fighting, drug abuse, and self-destruction.
    • A history of an alcoholic father was more prevalent in the slashing group.
    • These individuals reported greater anxiety, withdrawal, environmental blame, and experienced prison confinement as oppressive.
    • Attempts to transfer to psychiatric departments and perceived lack of stimuli in prison were common.

    Conclusions:

    • The restricted and under-stimulating prison environment appears to be a significant trigger for self-mutilation in individuals with ASPD.
    • Psychological and environmental factors significantly differentiate ASPD individuals who self-mutilate from those who do not.
    • Interventions should consider both individual psychological profiles and environmental modifications within correctional facilities.