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Freedom from Self-harm: Overcoming Self-Injury with Skills from DBT and Other Treatments

Self-injury can be as addictive as any drug, and the secrecy and shame many sufferers feel about this behavior can keep them feeling trapped. But if you're ready to replace self-harm with a set of healthy coping skills, this compassionate and practical book can help.

This complete guide to stopping self-injury gives you the facts about self-harm, corrects common myths about this behavior, and provides self-soothing techniques you can begin using right away for regulating difficult or overwhelming emotions. "Freedom from Self-Harm" also includes self-assessment worksheets, guidance for seeking professional help, and information about the most effective therapies and medications. Drawn from treatments such as dialectical behavior therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy, the tools in this book can help you cope with your emotions whenever you feel the urge to self-harm."

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  • Format
  • paperback
  • Pages
  • 280
  • Language
  • english
  • ISBN
  • 9781572246164
  • Genres
  • psychology
  • Release date
  • 2009