Advances in Conceptualization and Treatment of Nonsuicidal Self-Injury (NSSI):Introduction to the Special Issue

Abstract

This issue of the Journal of Cognitive Psychotherapy is devoted to recent advances in the conceptualization of treatment of nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI). This harmful behavior is highly prevalent in both clinical and nonclinical samples and especially common in adolescents and young adults. The articles in this special issue highlight recent advances in the treatment of NSSI, including the integration of advances in NSSI research into the conceptualization and treatment of the behavior. Articles are both theoretical and empirical, and several include case examples to illustrate important principles. Each article discusses applications for the conceptualization and/or treatment of NSSI.