Self-harm refers to the intentional infliction of injuries on oneself. This behavior is frequently observed among young adults, particularly those who misuse drugs or alcohol, and it is more prevalent in women, occurring three times more frequently. Common methods include cutting the wrists or burning the forearms with cigarettes. For some individuals, self-harm serves as a coping mechanism for stress, such as that stemming from experiences like child abuse. Additionally, self-harm might manifest as a component of autism.
Less common types of self-harm exist, such as genital mutilation, often associated with psychosis. A self-destructive biting tendency is observed in individuals with Lesch-Nyhan syndrome, an infrequent metabolic disorder.
Less common types of self-harm exist, such as genital mutilation, often associated with psychosis. A self-destructive biting tendency is observed in individuals with Lesch-Nyhan syndrome, an infrequent metabolic disorder.