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Minority Fellowship Program Coordinating Center (MFPCC)
The purpose of the Minority Fellowship Program (MFP) Coordinating Center is to support the MFP program, enhance the careers of the MFP Fellows, and document MFP program impacts. For additional information about the MFP, click here.
FELLOW OF THE MONTH

Kathleen Smith

Kathleen Smith is a doctoral fellow in the 2024-2025 class of the Minority Fellowship Program (MFP) with the Foundation for the Advancement of Human Systems (FAHS). Kathleen received a B.S. in human development from Virginia Tech in 2016 and an M.A. in marriage and family therapy from Appalachian State University in 2019. ...Read more

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SPOTLIGHT features news, announcements, events, and hot topics on behavioral health .
Minority Fellowship Program: Community Connections Webinar
The presentation, including slides, transcript, and sound recording for the MFPCC Webinar, "Minority Fellowship Program: Community Connections Webinar," which occurred Apirl 24, 2024, are now available for download......Read more
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FACTS AND FIGURES
Learn about statistics, trends, and other relevant insights for behavioral health practitioners working to improve health outcomes.

Non-suicidal Self Injury (NSSI)
Non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI), or self-harm, involves deliberate behaviors to cope with emotional distress and is a growing concern among adolescents and young adults. According to the Cornell Research Program on Self-Injury and Recovery, 17.2% of adolescents and 13.4% of young adults engage in self-injury globally, whereas in the US, rates of prevalence range from 12% to 37% among adolescents and 12% to 20% among young adults1. This research emphasizes the urgent need for awareness and intervention. While self-harm is not always linked to suicidal intent, it increases the risk of future suicidal behaviors and often coexists with depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions.

How common is self-injuring among adolescents and young adults worldwide?
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March is Self-Harm Awareness Month, which raises awareness and advocates for early intervention for those struggling with NSSI. Self-harm is often misunderstood, leading many to suffer in silence out of fear of judgment. Creating open, compassionate conversations and ensuring access to supportive resources are essential to addressing the issue.

SAMHSA’s initiatives, like the 988 Suicide & Crisis LifelineExternal Web Site Policy and the Suicide Prevention Resource CenterExternal Web Site Policy, highlight the need for early intervention and compassionate support. Reduced stigma, fostering trauma-informed care, and expanding mental health resources can help ensure young people receive the support they need to heal.

*If you or someone you know is struggling with self-harm, reach out to Suicide Prevention Resource Center988External Web Site Policy for free, confidential support.*

Please see SAMHSA’s and other resources for addressing self-harm:


References

  1. Cornell Research Program on Self-Injury and Recovery. (2022). What is Self-Injury? Cornell University. https://www.selfinjury.bctr.cornell.edu/perch/resources/what-is-self-injury-9.pdf External Web Site Policy.