Select independently determines what we cover and recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more. I’ve been biting my nails for as long as I can remember. It started ...

Nail biting, also known as onychophagia, can have several causes. It's a common habit among children and can mean different things, from simple boredom to anxiety or stress. Anxiety or Stress: Kids ...

I’ve been biting my nails for as long as I can remember. It started when I was at the age when copying my parents (who also incessantly bite their nails) was my most important day-to-day task. It ...

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Q. What can be done to stop a 19-year-old from biting his fingernails? This has been an ongoing habit from early childhood. He’s obviously damaging his fingers and maybe even his teeth. Verbal ...

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When body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs) are discussed, the conditions that typically come to mind include trichotillomania (hair pulling) and excoriation disorder (skin picking). However, one ...