A new psychology book reveals that procrastination and nail-biting aren't just bad habits — they're actually survival strategies your brain uses to protect you.

Many children have the habit of biting their nails. Maybe yours does too. What are the possible consequences? Why do they do it? And how can you get them to stop? Tension and stress are often the ...

What starts as a harmless childhood habit may be silently inviting illness, according to health experts. Dr. from Harvard Health Publishing has issued a chilling warning to those who nibble their ...

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When body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs) are discussed, the conditions that typically come to mind include trichotillomania (hair pulling) and excoriation disorder (skin picking). However, one ...

Dear Heloise: I was reading the letter from the lady who is very upset with the state of her nails due to her lifelong nail-biting. I was a nail-biter for a little over 50 years, until my wife ...

If you’re someone who bites their nails, you’ve probably been told to just stop countless times. But here’s what those well-meaning advice-givers don’t understand — your nail-biting habit isn’t just a ...

So, nail biting-kind of a cringe-worthy habit, but ultimately nbd, right? Not exactly. Turns out your unsightly nails aren't the worst of your problems. Nail-biting can actually lead to a few other ...

Good news for parents who have struggled to get their kids to take their fingers out of their mouths: nail biting and thumb-sucking might have health benefits. Those habits, scientists found in a ...

Perfection is the brand. Flawless skin, tailored looks, and red carpet confidence are part of the job. But every now and then ...