Date of Award
Summer 2023
Degree Type
Restricted Access Capstone
Degree Name
Doctor of Education (EdD)
Department
School Psychology
First Advisor
Leah Marks
Second Advisor
Don Sibley
Third Advisor
Ashley Mayworm
Abstract
Non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) is a growing concern within a regional, northeastern secondary school district. Based upon reported internalizing behaviors and self-harm behaviors exhibited by students, the need for consistent procedures in identifying, assessing, and responding to youth engaging in NSSI is paramount (Youth Voices Count, 2021). Due to the inconsistencies in practice, youth are not being served in a consistent manner to meet the needs of the district as the District evolves socioeconomically. In order to conceptualize a common understanding of NSSI, current research was reviewed as best practice on behavior and threat management and suicide risk assessments. Given the significance of NSSI on future suicidal behaviors, appropriate and consistent identification, assessment, and response by various school-based mental health providers within the district allows for equitable and just practice. Therefore, an implementation plan surrounding work with various school and community based stakeholders is imperative to allow for consistency in procedure and practice while ensuring fidelity in implementation.
Recommended Citation
Castillo-Blain, B.
(2023).
ADDRESSING NON-SUICIDAL SELF-INJURY WITHIN A REGIONAL NORTHEASTERN SCHOOL DISTRICT.
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Copyright Statement
Copyright by Bethany M. Castillo-Blain, NCSP, 2023
All rights reserved.
