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I bite my knuckles/finger joints all the time due to stress. how do i stop/heal my skin?
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Possibly a BFRB?: This sounds like a body-focused repetitive behavior (bfrb) - like hair pulling & nail biting. Bfrbs can arise in response to (a) emotions (anxiety, fear, boredom, excitement); &/or (b) sensing rough areas skin. Bfrbs can feel pleasurable & can serve 2 relieve tension. Effective behavioral treatments are available. A clinical psychologist who specializes in bfrbs can help.
Answered 12/10/2013
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