Sociodemographic and clinical profiles of adolescents with non-suicidal self-injury

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https://doi.org/10.25118/2763-9037.2025.v15.1395

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teenage behavior, psychiatry, self-injurious behavior, public health, adolescent

Abstract

Introduction: This study aims to collect data on the sociodemographic and clinical characteristics of Brazilian adolescents who are victims of self-inflicted violence. Objective: To analyze the sociodemographic and clinical characteristics of Brazilian adolescents who are involved in this type of self-inflicted violence, generating scientific information that supports public care policies for this population. Methodology: A scoping review was conducted across eight research sources. A total of 681 articles were identified, of which 21 met the eligibility criteria. The selection was carried out independently by three researchers, and conflicts were resolved through discussions to reach a consensus. The study prioritized sources with high-quality scientific evidence and sought to include data specific to the Brazilian population. Six articles were selected for analysis. Results: This behavior was predominant in females, aged 10 to 14 years, and was associated with alcohol and drug use, high impulsivity, bullying, and frequent recurrence of the acts. Discussion: Scientific literature highlights concern over self-inflicted injuries due to their strong association with suicide, correlation with substance use, depression, and borderline personality traits. Conclusion: There is a clear need for more robust studies and a noticeable lack of research on non-suicidal self-injuries among Brazilian adolescents during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Jadiel Luis da Silva, Universidade de Pernambuco, UPE, Recife, PE, Brasil

https://lattes.cnpq.br/7304166487010627  

Luiza Seib Malheiros, Universidade de Pernambuco, UEP, Recife, PE, Brasil

http://lattes.cnpq.br/9121582794223117

Luíza Andrade de Oliveira, Universidade de Pernambuco, UEP, Recife, PE, Brasil

http://lattes.cnpq.br/8872055057300790

Mônica Vilela Heimer, Universidade de Pernambuco, UPE, Recife, PE, Brasil

http://lattes.cnpq.br/2947587129307136

José Eudes de Lorena Sobrinho, Livre-Docente em Saúde Pública, Programa de Pós-Graduação em Hebiatria, Universidade de Pernambuco, PPGH-UPE, Recife, PE, Brasil

http://lattes.cnpq.br/9728643714839461

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Silva JL da, Malheiros LS, Oliveira LA de, Heimer M, Lorena Sobrinho JE de. Sociodemographic and clinical profiles of adolescents with non-suicidal self-injury. Debates em Psiquiatria [Internet]. 2025 Feb. 22 [cited 2025 Sep. 25];15:1-22. Available from: https://revistardp.org.br/revista/article/view/1395

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