Cultural dimensions of nonsuicidal self-injury: A Malaysian perspective

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

11-1-2022

Abstract

Self-injury is a perilous and increasingly common behavior that is particularly prevalent among youth. Nonetheless, there is a deep-rooted public stigma towards people who self-injure. Consequently, people who engage in self-injury are reluctant to seek professional help or disclose their experiences to others. This article aims to combat stigma and promote help-seeking behavior by debunking the common myths surrounding self-injury in the Malaysian context. Specifically, this article aims to serve as an eye-opener for Malaysian counselors and other mental health professionals to improve their multicultural knowledge, skills, and attitudes when working with those who self-injure.

Keywords

Counselors, Malaysia, Nonsuicidal self-injury, Self-injury myths, Stigma

Publication Title

Archive for the Psychology of Religion-Archiv fur Religionspsychologie

Divisions

Education

Volume

44

Issue

3

Publisher

SAGE PUBLICATIONS LTD

Publisher Location

1 OLIVERS YARD, 55 CITY ROAD, LONDON EC1Y 1SP, ENGLAND

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