The subject of the study is the phenomenon of autoaggressive behavior, manifested in actions aimed at causing harm to one's own health and life. This phenomenon is examined from the perspectives of various sciences, including philosophy, sociology, medicine, psychology, and criminal law. The concepts of "autoaggression" and "autodestruction" are investigated in detail, along with their differences and relationships. The motivation for autoaggressive behavior is analyzed, highlighting the causes and criminological determinants that lead to such actions. A significant focus is placed on examining criminal offenses related to the formation and maintenance of a person's desire to harm themselves. The article concludes by emphasizing the need to develop a comprehensive program for the prevention and counteraction of autoaggressive behavior based on an interdisciplinary approach. It concludes that the existing criminal law framework not only establishes responsibility for already committed crimes but also serves an important preventive function aimed at reducing the level of suicidal and autoaggressive behavior in society, thereby increasing an individual's personal safety. The methodology of the research includes an analysis of scientific approaches and the conceptualization of different disciplines (philosophy, psychology, sociology, medicine, criminology) that use common terms ("autoaggression," "autodestruction"). Semantic-logical analysis is applied to reveal the relationship between these categories and clarify their meanings. A method of comparing scientific definitions is used. Crimes associated with autoaggressive behavior are characterized by their indirect impact on the victim, fostering a desire to inflict harm upon themselves. Their specificity lies in creating conditions that facilitate the development of autoaggressive tendencies, whether it be a suicide attempt, physical harm, or other destructive actions. Such crimes are often carried out through digital technologies, complicating their timely detection and prevention. A comprehensive approach that combines the efforts of lawyers, psychologists, educational institutions, and IT companies is necessary for effectively countering such crimes. Criminal legal measures to combat such offenses in Russia are based on a number of specialized articles of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation. The system of existing laws helps to minimize the risks of autoaggressive behavior and establish effective prevention of such violations. Improved law enforcement practices, online content monitoring, and increased public awareness play a crucial role in reducing the level of such crimes and enhancing the overall safety of citizens.
Aleksei Aleksandrovich Berestovoi (Thu,) studied this question.