Tongue chewing often serves as a coping mechanism for stress, anxiety, or sensory needs, making it more complex than a simple habit. While occasional tongue biting happens to everyone, chronic tongue chewing can lead to cumulative effects over time that affect both physical health and emotional well-being.

Body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs)  affect approximately 1 in 20 people, impacting both those who experience them and their...

While many consider nail biting (onychophagia)  a simple habit, this body-focused repetitive behavior (BFRB) is far more complex than...

Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs), such as chronic cheek chewing (morsicatio buccarum ), can be challenging for those who...

If you or someone you care about struggles with nail biting (onychophagia) , you're not alone. According to the International Journal of...

Living with cheek chewing ( morsicatio buccarum ) , a type of body-focused repetitive behavior (BFRB), can feel overwhelming and...

Nail biting is a common habit in people of all ages. However, this seemingly harmless habit can have negative effects on both physical...

Trichotillomania , characterized by recurrent urges to pull out one's hair, affects millions of individuals and can significantly impact...

If you struggle with repetitive behaviors that affect your daily life, you're not alone. Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs) are...

Biting of cheeks is a type of body-focused repetitive behavior characterized by constant biting of one’s inside cheeks. If one finds...

If you or someone you care about is experiencing hair-pulling behaviors, understanding the diagnostic process for trichotillomania can...

If you’re reading this, you’re likely seeking a better understanding of hair pulling disorder or trichotillomania and how to manage...

Discovering the path to wellness starts with understanding Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs) . These common yet often...

Recovering from BFRBs can be a challenging process, and it becomes more complex if one has to deal with co-occurring disorders. Managing...

Picking at uneven nails from time to time usually isn't a cause for concern. However, when it becomes a habit, it can be a sign of stress...

Trichophagia is often a result of trichotillomania and can lead to a wide range of health complications. Typically, ingested hair may...

Step 1: Identify Your Triggers Sensory : Sensations I have before, during, and after I pull/pick (ex. scalp itches; hair feels coarse)...

Trichotillomania touches on all levels of human experience, from the neurological to the spiritual. It represents the interactions of...

BFRBs are stubborn problems with many different inputs that must all be addressed in a comprehensive way. Getting recovered therefore...

If you are considering taking medication for BFRBs , please understand that no drug is currently approved by the Food and Drug...