Comparative meta-analysis of task-related functional brain abnormalities in nonsuicidal self-injury and suicide attempt
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By
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Lu Tang
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Xiqin Liu
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Yuanyuan Li
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Nanfang Pan
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Jianyu Li
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Jian Zhou
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Benjamin Becker
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Qiyong Gong
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July 7, 2026
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Clinical Scorecard: Meta-Analysis of Functional Brain Abnormalities Associated with Task Engagement in Nonsuicidal Self-Injury and Suicide Attempts
At a Glance
| Category | Detail |
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| Condition | Nonsuicidal Self-Injury and Suicide Attempts |
| Key Mechanisms | Neurofunctional alterations during task engagement in fronto-limbic regions. |
| Target Population | Individuals with NSSI and SA, particularly adolescents. |
| Care Setting | Neuroimaging studies using task-based fMRI. |
Key Highlights
- Remove 'Findings suggest a unique developmental trajectory for NSSI.'
Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
- NSSI is recognized as a separate diagnostic entity in DSM-5.
Management
- Age-tailored risk assessment and interventions for self-injurious behaviors.
Monitoring & Follow-up
- Consider neurofunctional assessments in adolescents with NSSI.
Risks
- History of NSSI is a strong predictor of SA.
Patient & Prescribing Data
Remove 'may inform targeted treatment strategies.'
Clinical Best Practices
- Utilize task-based fMRI to assess brain activation patterns in self-injurious behaviors.
- Focus on emotional regulation strategies in treatment for NSSI.
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