Understanding Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs): A Quick Guide for Clinicians
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Body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs) are characterized by the recurrent and often distressing self-grooming behaviors that result in physical damage and/or significant psychosocial impairment. These can include hair pulling (trichotillomania), skin picking (excoriation disorder), nail biting (onychophagia), cheek biting, lip biting, and others.
Added on 1/20/2026 ·
Last updated on 1/20/2026