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What to do if i can't stop picking my face!?
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Picking your face: can be both self- mutilation and an obsessive behavior. This often responds favorably to SSRI's and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Take care.
Answered 6/23/2014
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R/O OCD: See your doctor for exam and blood work make sure there is no underlying infection. If everything looks good he may treat you for OCD and have you see a therapist or licensed clinical social worker
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