Psychology says nail biting is more than a bad habit, and the reason people do it may surprise you

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Why people who bite their nails have different brain wiring

If you’re someone who bites their nails, you’ve probably been told to just stop countless times. But here’s what those well-meaning advice-givers don’t understand — your nail-biting habit isn’t just a ...
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How biting your nails affects your fingers, teeth and mental health

Nail-biting, known medically as onychophagia, has long been considered a common habit, especially among children and teenagers. Yet doctors caution that the behaviour can be far more damaging than it ...
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Nail Biting Is More Than Just a Habit

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 ...