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This letter demonstrates the gap in measuring public views on NSSI functions, suggesting improved clarity for better interpretation.
This graphical abstract highlights the central interpretive point of the Letter: the survey measured public views about possible functions of NSSI, not the actual motives of people who engage in NSSI. Clearer alignment between measurement target, scoring, and inference may improve reproducibility and interpretation.
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