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What is the definition of self-destructive behaviors?

patterns of behaviors that involve self-inflicted harm or abuse
a common personality disorder characterized by long-lasting, rigid pattern of thought and behavior
a mental disorder characterized by episodes of mood swings between depression and mania
a medical condition characterized by persistent, excessive worry

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Answer: "patterns of behaviors that involve self-inflicted harm or abuse."

This refers to actions that intentionally or habitually cause physical, emotional, or social harm to oneself (e.g., cutting, chronic substance misuse, risky sexual or reckless behavior, disordered eating). The other choices describe personality disorder, bipolar disorder, and generalized anxiety disorder, respectively.