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Biting nails and lips
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..
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Dr. Sheba Singh (PhD)
Psychologist
24 yrs exp
Mumbai
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.
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Dr. Priyadarshani Jain
Psychiatrist
19 yrs exp
Mumbai
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.
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Dr. Priyadarshani Jain
Andheri East, Mumbai
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