Bodily Harm: The Breakthrough Healing Program For Self-Injurers

Kingsonbloom, Jennifer; Conterio, Karen; Lader PhD, Wendy

ISBN 10: 0786885041 / ISBN 13: 9780786885046

Published by Balance, 1999

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Bodily Harm: The Breakthrough Healing Program For Self-Injurers
• Publisher: Balance
• Publication Date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0786885041
• ISBN 13: 9780786885046
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 1775576202.
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: 17549841
• Signed: 4/7/2026 3:36:42 PM
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Synopsis

Self-injury is one of our society's fastest-growing and most disturbing epidemics. Bodily Harm is the most authoritative examination of this alarming syndrome and the first to offer a comprehensive treatment regimen. Written by the directors of S.A.F.E. (Self Abuse Finally Ends) Alternatives, it clearly defines what cutting is and explains the kinds of emotional trauma that can lead to self-mutilation. Most importantly, Bodily Harm offers a course of treatment based on years of experience and extensive clinical research; as well as compassion, advice, and hope for the afflicted and their loved ones.

About the Author

Karen Conterio is the Administrative Director of S.A.F.E. (Self-Abuse Finally Ends) Alternatives. The program was founded by Conterio in 1984 as the first outpatient support group for those who engage in repetitive self-harm behavior. In 1985, she teamed with Wendy Lader, Ph.D., to offer the first structured inpatient program. Wendy Lader, Ph.D., is Clinical Director of the S.A.F.E. Alternatives program. She also serves as a consultant to the Women's Services at the Loop YWCA in Chicago. Both authors live in Chicago.