Table 2.
Purpose of NSSI
| Purpose | Number (n) | Percentage (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Venting a bad mood or feeling | 507 | 57.5 |
| Relieves feelings of loneliness, numbness or nervousness | 259 | 29.4 |
| Punishing yourself for a fault | 222 | 25.2 |
| Determined to do something | 163 | 18.5 |
| Running away from something you don't like | 147 | 16.7 |
| Exercise some kind of ability | 145 | 16.5 |
| Seeking excitement or pleasure | 114 | 12.9 |
| Being understood by others | 104 | 11.8 |
| To spur or encourage yourself | 92 | 10.4 |
| Letting others know how you feel | 77 | 8.7 |
| Get the attention of others | 70 | 7.9 |
| Get satisfaction | 67 | 7.6 |
| Find something fun to do | 57 | 6.5 |
| Express your determination | 53 | 6.0 |
| Control of the situation | 51 | 5.8 |
| Integration into a group | 47 | 5.3 |
| Other | 136 | 15.4 |