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Coping and problem solving of self-mutilators

J Haines1, C L Williams

  • 1University of Tasmania, Australia.

Journal of Clinical Psychology
|February 1, 1997
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Individuals who self-mutilate often lack coping and problem-solving skills, leading to self-harm as a maladaptive strategy. This study found incarcerated self-mutilators exhibit lower self-worth, optimism, and problem-solving control, alongside increased avoidance behaviors.

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Forensic Psychology

Background:

  • Self-mutilation is hypothesized to stem from deficits in coping and problem-solving abilities.
  • Individuals may adopt self-mutilation as a coping strategy when lacking adaptive skills.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To test the hypothesis that self-mutilators possess deficient coping and problem-solving skills.
  • To compare coping strategies and resources between male incarcerated self-mutilators and control groups.

Main Methods:

  • The study compared male incarcerated self-mutilators with non-mutilating prisoners and non-prisoners.
  • Assessed inherent coping resources, including self-worth and optimism.
  • Evaluated problem-solving strategies, focusing on avoidance behaviors and perceived control.

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Main Results:

  • Self-mutilators scored lower on measures of self-worth and optimism.
  • Self-mutilators demonstrated increased engagement in problem avoidance behaviors.
  • Self-mutilators perceived less control over problem-solving options.

Conclusions:

  • The findings support the hypothesis linking self-mutilation to deficits in coping and problem-solving.
  • Self-mutilation appears to be an ineffective coping strategy for individuals with low self-worth and optimism.
  • A multidimensional approach is necessary for understanding and addressing self-mutilation behaviors.