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I have a bad habit of popping anything i can on my arms and face, started two years ago, how can i teach myself to stop? do i need counselling?
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Possibly: I'm assuming you are popping pimples? This is not uncommon. However this habit can cause infection and you ought to focus on stopping it. Perhaps hypnosis can help. If it is excessive to the point of ocd, therapy is recommended.
Answered 10/4/2016
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Find BFRB Expert!: Chronic skin picking, hair pulling & nail biting are referred to as body-focused repetitive behaviors (bfrbs). They can arise in response to (a) emotions -anxiety, fear, boredom, excitement; &/or (b) detecting some irregularity/imperfection on the skin/scalp/ nail. Bfrbs can produce pleasurable sensations & can relieve tension. Bfrbs can be associated w/other disorders- physical &/or psychological.
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