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I pick at my skin and i think its stress? will ocd meds stop my picking?

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Dr. Tara Passow answered

Possibly: Other forms of therapy might help also, like psychotherapy , protective dressings, and others.

Dr Buxton agreed

Answered 10/4/2016

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A member asked:

I pick at my skin and i think its stress? will ocd meds stop my picking?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Tara Passow answered

Dr Buxton agreed

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