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March 28, 2026Qualitative Health ResearchOpen Access

Self-Care Is … A Qualitative Characterization of Self-Care Among Individuals Engaged in Non-Suicidal Self-Injury

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JBJonas BjärehedLund UniversityESElina StrandbergSkåne University HospitalMNMagnus NilssonLund University

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Implication

Qualitative exploration reveals the complexities of self-care in individuals with non-suicidal self-injury, highlighting implications for mental health interventions.

Key Points

  • This study aims to explore how individuals engaged in non-suicidal self-injury conceptualize self-care within their lives.
  • Conducted 26 semi-structured interviews with 25 adults aged 20–55 receiving psychiatric care for NSSI.
  • Utilized reflexive content analysis to analyze the interview material.
  • Identified six interrelated categories reflecting the multidimensional nature of self-care.
  • Participants described self-care as a continual balance between control and acceptance.
  • Self-injury was sometimes seen as a paradoxical form of care for overwhelming emotions.
  • The study highlights the struggle of individuals to consistently implement self-care practices despite understanding its importance.

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Bjärehed et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69c771518bbfbc51511e141chttps://doi.org/10.1177/10497323261427556
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