Repeated physical self-abuse, such as biting, scratching, or poking oneself, head banging, and so on is called
A)self-torture.
B)self-injurious behavior.
C)self-abuse.
D)self-stimulation.

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Self-injurious behavior refers to any repeated physical self-abuse, such as biting, scratching, or hitting oneself. Other options like self-torture, self-abuse, and self-stimulation do not necessarily capture the intentional nature or repetition of the behavior.

Repeated Physical Self-Abuse, Such as Biting, Scratching, or Poking Oneself