Dictionary of Psychotherapy
Self Abuse
Self Abuse is the deliberate infliction of damage or alteration to oneself without suicidal intent, in particular by those with eating disorders, mental illness, a history of trauma and abuse, e.g., emotional or sexual abuse, or mental traits such as low self-esteem or perfectionism.
Such acts involve bruising, scratching, cutting, burning, etc.
People may practice self abuse to relieve emotional pain, which may be associated with a serotonin imbalance through an indirect neurotransmitter mechanism. Counselling and Psychotherapy are recommended.
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