Which of the following is NOT a sign of self-harm?

• A. Frequent exercise
• B. Not eating
• C. Not dressed properly
• D. Poor hygiene

Answer: (A)

Self-harm involves deliberately injuring the body as a way of coping with distress. Signs often seen include neglect of self-care and noticeable emotional or behavioral changes, such as not eating, not dressing properly, and poor hygiene. These reflect the person’s struggle and can signal risk or ongoing harm.

Frequent exercise, on the other hand, is not about inflicting injury on the body. It’s a behavior related to activity or coping, and while it can be linked to other concerns (like an eating disorder or anxiety) when excessive, it does not itself indicate self-harm. So frequent exercise is the not-a-sign in this context.