Abstract
Being able to effectively manage one’s emotions in a healthy manner is an important life skill. However, there are many maladaptive techniques that people use to manage unwanted and unpleasant emotions. One maladaptive technique that has caught the attention of researchers in the field of emotion regulation is non suicidal self-injury. The current study asks the question: are individuals who engage in non suicidal self-injury (NSSI) more likely to report high levels of impulsivity and, additionally, partake in impetuous, higher-risk activities? The authors of the current study build upon previous theoretical and empirical work on emotion regulation, in particular, self-harmful behaviors and impulsivity, including a study conducted last year on the prevalence of NSSI in college students.
How to Cite
Jagoe, C. & Murphey, T., (2015) “Investigating the Relationship Between Nonsuicidal Self-Injury and Risky Behaviors in College Students”, Capstone, The UNC Asheville Journal of Undergraduate Scholarship 28(1).
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