Oxford professor explains why people bite their nails #oxforduniversity #oxfordchildrenacademy

Nail biting is a Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviour (BFRB) - alongside hair-pulling and skin picking.

These behaviours are common, often misunderstood, and can be driven by stress, habit or emotional regulation.

Prof Clare Mackay (@TheTrichProf), from Oxford’s Department of Psychiatry explains what’s really going on and the importance of understanding BFRBs matters.

Hear more from her on the @OxfordSparks Big Questions podcast episode, 'Why do I bite my nails?' ⬇️
https://www.oxfordsparks.ox.ac.uk/podcasts/why-do-i-bite-my-nails/

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