self-destructive

[self-di-struhk-tiv, self-]

self-de·struc·tive

[self-di-struhk-tiv, self-]
adjective
1.
harmful, injurious, or destructive to oneself: His constant arguing with the boss shows he's a self-destructive person.
2.
reflecting or exhibiting suicidal desires or drives: Careless driving may be a self-destructive tendency.

Origin:
1645–55

self-de·struc·tive·ly, adverb
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self-destructive

adjective
dangerous to yourself or your interests; "suicidal impulses"; "a suicidal corporate takeover strategy"; "a kamikaze pilot" 
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