Why you can’t stop picking your skin: Know what really causes it and how you can break the cycle

Many people unconsciously engage in repetitive body behaviors like nail-biting or skin-picking, often triggered by stress or ...
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How to Get Rid of a Scab From a Pimple, According to Dermatologists

Don't even thinking about picking it. You've probably been told that the number one rule for getting rid of a zit is not to pick it, and yet, here you are, post-pimple pop and with an acne scab to ...

Psychiatrist with more than 20 years of experience shares the real reason for your skin picking, nail biting

In her appearance on The Mel Robbins podcast, Dr Tracey Marks explained the real reason behind nail biting and skin picking.
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Outside/Inbox: Why do we pick at scabs?

Every other Friday, the Outside/In team here at NHPR answers listener questions. Lately, the topic has been healing, and this week's question comes from Lucy Perkins via Instagram, who wants to know: ...