“It seems like not many people knew that nail biting could cause such a big issue, including myself,” Gabby Swierzewski tells ...

Nail-biting–You’ll notice it in the car seat line, during story time, and at soccer. Tiny fingers drift to tiny teeth. Maybe they chew until the nails are ragged. Maybe they pick at the side-skin ...

To stop biting your nails, try applying bitter-tasting nail polish, wear gloves, or get regular manicures. Another effective way to stop biting your nails is to try habit reversal training, which ...

Quitting nail biting can be as difficult as quitting smoking. According to the NIH, the habit (“onychophagia”) is a chronic condition that is repetitive and compulsive in nature. “Stress, anxiety, ...

Whether you’re a maximalist or a minimalist, the nail trends of 2026 are already shaping up to be some of the chicest we’ve seen in years. From clean girl nail illuminators to playful halo manicures, ...

Did you bite your nails today? While it might seem harmless, nail biting can actually increase your risk of infection. “Nail biting can cause small injuries around the nail, allowing bacteria, viruses ...

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 ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Credit: Canva/Motherly Nail-biting–You’ll notice it in the car seat line, during story time, and at soccer. Tiny fingers drift to ...