What are injuries caused by purposeful harm to oneself or others called?

Injuries caused by purposeful harm to oneself or others are classified as intentional injuries. This term encompasses a wide range of harmful behaviors, including self-inflicted wounds and acts of aggression towards others. These injuries result from conscious decisions made to inflict harm, whether through physical violence, self-harm, or other deliberate actions.

Intentional injuries stand in contrast to unintentional injuries, which occur without the deliberate intention to cause harm. Accidental injuries also fall under the category of unintentional, arising from unforeseen events or accidents. Negligent injuries are those that happen due to a lack of care or responsibility, rather than an intention to harm, reflecting a failure to act in a way that a reasonable person would.