Journal of Health and Behavioral Science
Vol 7 No 3 (2025): September 2025

Self-Compassion in Students Who Commit Non Suicidal Self-Injury

Oliva, Elisabeth (Unknown)
Benu, Juliana Marlin Y. (Unknown)
Anakaka, Dian L. (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Sep 2025

Abstract

College students are an early adult age group that is vulnerable to emotional stress due to academic and non-academic demands. The inability to manage this stress can lead to maladaptive behaviors such as Non Suicidal Self-Injury (NSSI), which is an act of self-harm without suicidal intent. One approach that is considered effective in reducing NSSI behavior is self-compassion. Self-compassion consists of three main components, namely self-kindness, common humanity, and mindfulness. All components play an important role in building healthy emotional regulation, reducing the tendency to blame oneself, and improving the psychological well-being of college students. This article is a literature review that synthesizes various theories and previous research results to explain the relationship between self-compassion and NSSI behavior in college students. The findings show that high self-compassion is negatively correlated with NSSI behavior and acts as a psychological protector in dealing with stress and life pressures.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

CJPS

Publisher

Subject

Humanities Health Professions Neuroscience Public Health Social Sciences

Description

Focus and Scope Journal of Health and Behavioral Science (JHBS) is an open-access journal, publishes research from various topics in psychology. We dedicated ourselves in developing psychology and behavioral sciences in the world, especially in the areas of: Health Psychology Clinical Psychology ...