Are rubber band snapping a form of self harm?

Although snapping a rubber band may feel like a safer alternative to cutting, it is still considered a form of self-injury and may be a sign that the emotions or stressors contributing to your desire to hurt yourself are still bothering you. read more

If it does, then that is harm. Self. Harm. Yes, it is a form of self harm, although a mild one. read more

For me it is a form of self-harm since snapping a rubber band on your skin stings/hurts and when doing it repeatedly it can also leave redness or even bruises. BUT as you say it, it is less harmful than some other self-harm forms and can help distracting yourself from using these other forms. read more