Self-Harm

Self-harm is worryingly common in young women and is often used as a way of easing emotional suffering. Self-Harm: A Psychotherapeutic Approach explores the issues involved from the perspective of a psychoanalytical psychotherapist. Fiona Gardner examines these issues through extensive clinical material and an analysis of the social and cultural influences behind self-harm.

Key Features

• In-depth exploration of self-harm issues.
• Insights from a psychoanalytical psychotherapist.
• Extensive clinical material and analysis.
• Focus on social and cultural influences.
• Relevant for psychotherapists, school counsellors, social workers, and mental health clinicians.

Additional Information

This book will be of interest to all those working with those who are harming themselves.