Evaluating effective support for individuals with severe self-harm

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This project aims to assess a novel consultation-based treatment program for individuals experiencing intractable self-harm. The study will evaluate improvements in daily functioning, frequency and severity of self-harm, and hospital admissions related to the provided interventions. Participants will receive individualized intervention plans based on comprehensive assessments and ongoing support for their existing treatment providers. Data will be collected through self-report measures and medical records to determine the effectiveness of the interventions.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Having tried or made serious attempt to try at least two different interventions with evidence to reduce self-harm, without sufficient reduction in suffering or self-harm

Exclusion Criteria:

* Need for translation services to complete measures or interviews
* Not able to complete measures or interviews

Where it's running

• National Highly Specialized Unit for Self-Harm Behaviours, Skåne
  Lund, Skåne County, Sweden Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Magnus Nilsson, PhD
• Email: magnus.per.nilsson@skane.se
• Phone: 046-174925

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.