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Biting nails and lips

2017-01-30 01:47:08
I am a grown up adult now but i have this weird habit of biting my nails. I chew them and sometimes uproot them causing pain. I feel it is involuntary action of me. I have been doing it since childhood and just like other bad habits, i have tried to leave this habit many times. Now i have started to feel that i may be mentally ill. I do not get that motivation for myself to do something. Please suggest.
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Hey if you feel nail biting is not under your control & you cannot resist it. If it is affecting your personal life. It is better to visit a psychiatrist for detailed evaluation..

Answered2017-01-30 11:03:42

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Nail biting is a sign of stress. It also becomes a habit after a period of time.
Next Steps
Pls visit a Psychologist for proper diagnosis.
Health Tips
Relax n you will get better.

Answered2017-01-30 11:15:43

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Hi, nail biting habit can be worked through by various ways like behaviour therapy etc. It may be an indicator of underlying anxiety, fear and stress.
Next Steps
Kindly meet a psychologist or a psychiatrist.
Health Tips
Take expert help. It will decrease and stop. Regards, Dr. Priyadarshani Jain Andheri East, Mumbai

Answered2017-01-30 07:21:08

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