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Will rubbing an ice cube on your skin count as self-harm?
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Possibly: It depends on the reason you're doing this, and the intensity. If your intent is self-harm, it is self-harm. Some people do not intend to hurt themselves but enjoy the sensation of cold on their skin. Others, however, use ice to effectively cold-burn their skin. This is truly self-harm. Help is available with psychologists and psychiatrists.
Answered 9/29/2016
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