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Intentional self-harm, often in the form of cutting one's self, is generally associated with emotional or mental distress, especially when observed among teens. When in pain, the human body releases calming endorphins, leading some to injure themselves to experience the endorphin euphoria. Self-harm is associated with mental health disorders such as borderline personality disorder, anorexia nervosa, and bulimia nervosa. And while those who engage in self-harm may not intend themselves any serious physical injury, such risky behavior can result in death. "Cutting and Self-Harm" discusses the...

Personality disorders are patterns of perceiving, relating to, and thinking about the environment and oneself that are negative, abnormal, impair daily activities, or cause stress. They include antisocial behavior, acute shyness, negative perceptions, and paranoia or schizophrenia. Personality Disorders defines and explains these behaviors and the social and medical issues related to them.

The new Psychological Disorders series explores today's most common psychological disorders by examining their symptoms, causes, and effects. In addition, this series highlights the brain chemistry behind the disorders and demonstrates how various treatments (including pharmacology and psychotherapy) affect the brain and may help ease or eliminate symptoms. All titles include vignettes that incorporate personal experiences of those who suffer or have suffered from the disorder, as well as how it impacted their lives before and after treatment.