Self-Harm / Wrist-Cutting
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Weston S. Ferrer, MD (Psychiatry)
Weston Ferrer is a physician leader, psychiatrist, and clinical informaticist based in San Francisco. With nearly a decade of experience in academia and more recent immersion in industry, he has made significant contributions to the fields of digital health, health tech, and healthcare innovation. | As an Associate Professor at UCSF, Weston was involved in teaching, leadership, and clinical practice, focusing on the intersection of technology and mental health. He recently led mental health clinical for Verily (formerly Google Life Sciences), where he applied his expertise to develop innovative solutions for mental healthcare using the tools of AI/ML, digital therapeutics, clinical analytics, and more.. | Weston is known for his unique ability to innovate and support product development while bringing pragmatism to technology entrepreneurship. He is a strong advocate for patient-centered care and is committed to leveraging technology to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities. |
Yu Shirai, MD (Psychiatry)
Dr. Shirai works at the Yotsuya Yui Clinic for mental health treatment for English and Portuguese-speaking patients. He treats a wide range of patients from neurodevelopmental disorders to dementia in children and participates in knowledge sharing through the Diversity Clinic.
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Self harming
Self cutting
Suicide attempts
Pulling my hair out on purpose
Self hitting
Burning myself
Wrist cutting
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Nonsuicidal self-injury
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- I'm pulling my hair out on purpose
- Deliberately harming myself
- Intentionally hurt my body
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- Cut myself on purpose
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Acts of self-harm describes deliberately harming oneself and can include cutting or burning or pulling out hair.
When to See a Doctor
Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms
- Self-harm / Wrist-cutting
Possible Causes
Generally, Self-harm / wrist-cutting can be related to:
- Anorexia Nervosa / Bulimia Nervosa
A condition with a heightened fear of gaining weight and focus on controlling body image. Patients try to lose weight excessively through fasting, inducing vomiting, or excessive exercise. Binge eating may also be involved.
Doctor's Diagnostic Questions
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom:
- Have you ever intentionally hurt yourself, such as by cutting yourself or pulling your hair?
- How often have you engaged in self-harm behaviors?
- How has your condition involving self-inflicted wounds changed?
- For how long have you been experiencing self-harm behaviors?
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What Is the Self-Harm on Wrist?
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Wrist Cut Syndrome refers to a pattern of self-harm where individuals intentionally cut their wrists. This behavior can be associated with both suicidal and non-suicidal self-injury. Understanding its characteristics and underlying motivations is crucial for effective intervention and support.
References:
Cho J, Choi Y. Patterns of wrist cutting: A retrospective analysis of 115 suicide attempts. Arch Plast Surg. 2020 May;47(3):250-255. doi: 10.5999/aps.2020.00059. Epub 2020 May 15. PMID: 32453934; PMCID: PMC7264911.
Park HY, Kim YC, Park SC, Cho YJ, Sur YJ. Comparison of the demographic and wound characteristics of non-suicidal and suicidal self-wrist cutting injuries. Medicine (Baltimore). 2020 Feb;99(8):e19298. doi: 10.1097/MD.0000000000019298. PMID: 32080147; PMCID: PMC7034739.
Skegg K. Self-harm. Lancet. 2005 Oct 22-28;366(9495):1471-83. doi: 10.1016/S0140-6736(05)67600-3. PMID: 16243093.
Cipriano A, Cella S, Cotrufo P. Nonsuicidal Self-injury: A Systematic Review. Front Psychol. 2017 Nov 8;8:1946. doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2017.01946. PMID: 29167651; PMCID: PMC5682335.
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Weston S. Ferrer, MD (Psychiatry)
Weston Ferrer is a physician leader, psychiatrist, and clinical informaticist based in San Francisco. With nearly a decade of experience in academia and more recent immersion in industry, he has made significant contributions to the fields of digital health, health tech, and healthcare innovation. | As an Associate Professor at UCSF, Weston was involved in teaching, leadership, and clinical practice, focusing on the intersection of technology and mental health. He recently led mental health clinical for Verily (formerly Google Life Sciences), where he applied his expertise to develop innovative solutions for mental healthcare using the tools of AI/ML, digital therapeutics, clinical analytics, and more.. | Weston is known for his unique ability to innovate and support product development while bringing pragmatism to technology entrepreneurship. He is a strong advocate for patient-centered care and is committed to leveraging technology to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities. |
Yu Shirai, MD (Psychiatry)
Dr. Shirai works at the Yotsuya Yui Clinic for mental health treatment for English and Portuguese-speaking patients. He treats a wide range of patients from neurodevelopmental disorders to dementia in children and participates in knowledge sharing through the Diversity Clinic.
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