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I started eating slate pencils few months back. I have till now eat almost 6-7 boxes. I decided to stop eating this as it may have negative consequences. However, its been 1 week now I have not eaten but I feel a strong urge to eat it. I think I am addicted. Please help what I can do. Is there an alternate like edible slate pencil.
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You are determined to stop eating slate pencils. You have not eaten slate pencils since one week and you are not able to control the urge. It will be good if you consult a psychologist and take up counseling sessions. Do not worry you will be able to get over the addiction.
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It's a psychosomatic disorder leading to OCD traits.
It can be well treated with counseling sessions and homeopathic medication effectively and without any side effects.
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Good day my Friend, i can understand your concern.
Yes it's an addiction due to your OCD behavior. Such eating is just a symptoms of underlying emotional disturbances. It's important to understand the rootcause and treat.
However be positive, it can be address with psychotherapy techniques.
Better consult online for further assistance and assessment of your physical and mental symptoms to recommend suitable solutions.
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General advices and Google solution will not be effective. There is no one fit solutions for all. Better take a professional help to express and discuss your issues to find right solution.
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Dr. Charanya
Psychologist
13 yrs exp
Coimbatore
Wellness Greetings to you
Human Brain can act tricky, when you focus to avoid something it will actually tend to pay more attention on it. I appreciate that you have taken the addiction in control. But rather than focusing on avoiding it, keep urself busy in Needed Emotion anchored activities. This can be done with ease, of you can talk to a professional regarding the techniques.
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Mr. Gunjan Maithil
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13 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi... Please consult a Psychologist. Taking Counselling on regular basis will gradually help you control your urges. It may take some time but the issues will be resolved from the root.
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