Understanding the Social Context of NSSI: Interpersonal Stress in Romantic and Peer Relationships and Peer Socialization of NSSI

Elizabeth Lloyd-Richardson (Editor), Imke Baetens (Editor), Janis Whitlock (Editor), Olivia H. Pollak, Matthew G. Clayton, Benjamin W. Nelson, Mitchell J. Prinstein

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Abstract

This chapter assesses recent research examining social and interpersonal factors in relation to nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI), with a focus on peer relationships and peer influence processes, particularly among adolescents. It begins by discussing several domains of peer-related experiences that have been shown to cross-sectionally or longitudinally predict NSSI engagement in adolescents. These include romantic relationships, peer friendships, and experiences of peer victimization. The chapter then reviews emerging work on biophysiological responses to socially themed stress that may characterize those who engage in NSSI, and which may shed light on intraindividual mechanisms linking peer-related experiences of stress and NSSI. It also considers how exposure to others’ engagement in NSSI, particularly in peer networks, may be a potent environmental-level factor within adolescents’ social milieu that may moderate risk for NSSI. Finally, the chapter describes social—including family, peer, and romantic partner—protective factors, with important clinical implications for prevention and treatment of NSSI.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationThe Oxford Handbook of Nonsuicidal Self-Injury
PublisherOxford University Press
Pages806-829
Number of pages24
ISBN (Electronic)9780197611302
ISBN (Print)9780197611272
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 20 Jun 2023

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