Identifying and Treating Non-Suicidal Self-Injurious Behavior in Adults

Course Code: REL-BHC-0-ITNSSIBA

Hours: 1.25

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2027

Learning Objectives:
Identify key features and functions of non-suicidal self-injurious behaviors in adulthood.
Recall ways to detect and assess non-suicidal self-injurious behaviors in adults.
Indicate evidence-based interventions to treat adults who engage in non-suicidal self-injury.

Outline:

Section 1: Overview of Non-Suicidal Injurious Behavior

Non-Suicidal Self-Injury

Myth or Fact?

Risk Factors for NSSI in Adulthood

Function of NSSI

Review

Key Takeaways

Section 2: Identification and Assessment

General Considerations When Assessing NSSI

Assessment of NSSI

Review

Key Takeaways

Section 3: Treatment of NSSI

Evidence-Based Interventions

Review

Key Takeaways

Section 4: Conclusion

Course Summary

Course Contributors

Resources

References

Subject Matter Expert: Bridgett Ross, PsyD

Bridgett Ross, Psy.D. received her bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Philosophy from Boston College and then her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University. She is a licensed psychologist in California and was in private practice for 13 years treating various issues including trauma, anxiety and mood disorders, grief/loss, and issues around self-concept, identity, and attachment. Having supervised pre-licensed and licensed clinicians, she maintains an interest in professional issues in the field of psychology. Dr. Ross’ training and work history include Children’s Hospital Chadwick Center for Children and Families, Kaiser Permanente, Alvarado Parkway Institute, and the Department of Veterans Affairs, which informed her focus on providing evidence-based trauma treatment to diverse populations.

 

Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Alcohol and Drug Counselors; Marriage and Family Therapists; Nurses; Professional Counselors; Psychologists; Social Workers; in the following settings: Health and Human Services.

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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.