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Can BFRBs Lead to Other Health Issues?
Body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs) Â affect approximately 1 in 20 people, impacting both those who experience them and their...

TLC
Apr 112 min read
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Understanding Nail Biting: More Than Just a Habit
While many consider nail biting (onychophagia) Â a simple habit, this body-focused repetitive behavior (BFRB) is far more complex than...

TLC
Mar 282 min read
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Nail Biting
If you or someone you care about struggles with nail biting (onychophagia) , you're not alone. According to the International Journal of...

TLC
Mar 63 min read
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Beyond the Picking: Healing Your Nails and Skin After Nail Biting
Nail picking , or onychotillomania , affects many individuals, and understanding how to support nail and skin recovery is crucial for...

TLC
Mar 62 min read
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How to Stop Biting Your Nails
Nail biting is a common habit in people of all ages. However, this seemingly harmless habit can have negative effects on both physical...

TLC
Feb 153 min read
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Understanding the Health Impacts of Nail Picking
Nail picking, or Onychotillomania , is a common body-focused repetitive behavior (BFRB) that can significantly impact physical health. By...

TLC
Dec 17, 20243 min read
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The Most Common Types of BFRBs
Discovering the path to wellness starts with understanding Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs) . These common yet often...

TLC
Dec 4, 20243 min read
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Finding Community and Connection: Online Resources for Those Affected by BFRBs
Living with Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs) can sometimes feel isolating and overwhelming. But remember, there's a whole...

TLC
Aug 30, 20245 min read
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How to Stop Nail Picking
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...

TLC
Jul 12, 20245 min read
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Is BFRB a Form Of Stimming?
Self-stimulating behaviors, also commonly known as stimming, are self-regulating habits and sounds one indulges in to deal with extreme...

TLC
May 29, 20245 min read
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Personalize Your BFRB Treatment Plan in Three Steps
Step 1: Identify Your Triggers Sensory : Sensations I have before, during, and after I pull/pick (ex. scalp itches; hair feels coarse)...

TLC
Mar 7, 20241 min read
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Some More Advice For Significant Others
BFRBs are stubborn problems with many different inputs that must all be addressed in a comprehensive way. Getting recovered therefore...
Fred Penzel, Ph.D.
Mar 7, 20249 min read
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Medications for Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors
If you are considering taking medication for BFRBs , please understand that no drug is currently approved by the Food and Drug...
Sam Szentmik
Mar 7, 20247 min read
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N-acetylcysteine for Hair Pulling, Skin Picking, and Nail Biting
What is N-acetylcysteine? N-acetylcysteine is an amino acid which can be found at nutrition and health food stores. This supplement...
Sam Szentmik
Mar 7, 20246 min read
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Evidence-based Therapeutic Treatment for BFRBs
Research into treatments for BFRBs , particularly hair pulling and skin picking disorder , has grown steadily over the past decade....

TLC
Mar 7, 20248 min read
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Surviving Freshman Year and Beyond: What You Should Know about BFRBs and College
Ellen has been involved with TLC since 1998 and attributes much of her continued success in treating her hair pulling—and in life—to the...
Ellen
Mar 7, 20246 min read
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How Nail Biting Affects Your Health
Nail biting , also known as onychophagia, can transcend from childhood to adulthood. While it is a common habit, it may become a...

TLC
Jan 11, 20243 min read
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Is Picking Nails Normal, or a Sign of Something Worse?
Picking nails may be nothing more than an old habit that is hard to break, but it could also be a sign of conditions such as anxiety,...

TLC
Aug 30, 20234 min read
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