Fox, Claudine.

Deliberate self-harm in adolescence / Claudine Fox and Keith Hawton. - London : Jessica Kingsley, 2004. - 143 p. : 1 ill. ; 24 cm. - Child and adolescent mental health series .

At head of title: FOCUS. Published in association with The Royal College of Psychiatrists' Research Unit.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 123-136) and index.

This informative resource provides guidance for professionals and parents caring for young people at risk of self-harm and suicide. The authors consider what research tells us about the increased prevalence of suicide and self-harm among adolescents, including what the possible risk factors may be.

9781843102373 (pbk.) : £15.95 1843102374 (pbk.) : £15.95


Self-destructive behavior in children.
Self-destructive behavior.
Child psychology.
Adolescent psychology.

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