Cognitive Reactivity as a Risk Factor for Non-Suicidal Self-Injury in Young Adults
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| Title: | Cognitive Reactivity as a Risk Factor for Non-Suicidal Self-Injury in Young Adults |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Luke D. Vaartstra, Trevor Taone, Amy Mezulis |
| Source: | Journal of American College Health. 2025 73(5):2219-2225. |
| Availability: | Taylor & Francis. Available from: Taylor & Francis, Ltd. 530 Walnut Street Suite 850, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Tel: 800-354-1420; Tel: 215-625-8900; Fax: 215-207-0050; Web site: http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 7 |
| Publication Date: | 2025 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Education Level: | Higher Education Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: | Self Destructive Behavior, Injuries, Young Adults, Stress Variables, Cognitive Processes, Individual Differences, Predictor Variables, Affective Behavior, Depression (Psychology), Psychological Patterns, Undergraduate Students, Correlation, Emotional Response |
| DOI: | 10.1080/07448481.2023.2269450 |
| ISSN: | 0744-8481 1940-3208 |
| Abstract: | Objectives: Non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) risk in young adults is impacted by both affective and cognitive responses to stress. While previous research shows affective reactivity (AR) increases risk for NSSI, less research has examined the role of cognitive reactivity (CR). The current study examined how individual differences in CR to stress relate to NSSI. Participants: The sample included 192 college students (M = 19.84 years, SD = 2.51, 82% women). Methods: Participants completed a baseline questionnaire followed by a laboratory visit involving measures before and after stress induction. Results: Analyses indicated that individuals who engage in NSSI reported more affective and cognitive reactivity to stress. Additionally, higher levels of affective and cognitive reactivity "uniquely" predicted NSSI. A combined model yielded mixed results. Higher levels of AR led to "lower" levels of CR, while higher levels of CR predicted more NSSI. Conclusion: In sum, results demonstrated significant but unique effects of affective and cognitive reactivity to stress on NSSI. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2025 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1477066 |
| Database: | ERIC |
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