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fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Does Trauma Cause Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors? Not Quite

When the causes of body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs), such as hair pulling (trichotillomania), skin picking (excoriation disorder), or nail biting, are discussed, the question often arises: Are these behaviors caused by trauma? It's a fair question. The assumption makes intuitive sense. Many behaviors that cause physical harm or distress are linked to emotional pain or traumatic experiences. However, the science paints a more nuanced picture.
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fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Understanding the Difference Between OCD and BFRBs

BFRBs and OCD both produce repetitive, distressing behaviors but differ in awareness, function, neurobiology, diagnostic classification, and treatment approaches.
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fromPsychology Today
6 months ago

Nail Biting Is More Than Just a Habit

Nail-biting, often dismissed as harmless, can significantly harm physical and mental health.
Onychophagia has complex emotional, neurological, and behavioral roots beyond mere stress or boredom.
Effective treatments exist for nail-biting, warranting clinical attention similar to other BFRBs.
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