Background Rates of self‐harm are high among prisoners. Most research focuses on the
vulnerable prisoner, and there is little on the impact of these behaviours on staff. Aims To …

Ovarian cancer patients experience high levels of anxiety and depression, yet there is little
research regarding coping and support of this population. In this study we examined the …

Nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI) is the deliberate bodily harm or disfigurement without suicidal
intent and for purposes not socially sanctioned (eg, cutting, burning, head banging). Nock …

The relationship between types of childhood abuse, suicide attempts, and nonsuicidal self‐injury
( NSSI ) was examined in a sample of 415 incarcerated adults (268 men, 147 women). …

Background International health studies have shown that inmates have higher rates of infectious
diseases, chronic diseases and psychiatric disorders relative to the general population. …

Non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) poses a serious threat to the safety and well-being of offenders
and staff, making it a critical issue for correctional institutions, yet little is known about …

This study presents data on male perpetrators of domestic violence (DV) in the Correctional
Service of Canada (CSC) using two samples: (a) a snapshot of all male offenders in CSC …

Nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI) is a complex behavior that is not uncommon in the general
population, yet little is known about the prevalence of this behavior among incarcerated women…

Purpose International studies indicate that offenders have higher rates of infectious diseases,
chronic diseases, and physical disorders relative to the general population. Although …

Self-harming behaviors occurring in prison disproportionately consume resources and
cause considerable disruption. To date, theoretical paradigms have explained self-injurious …