If you’re struggling with skin picking, hair pulling, or similar behaviors, you’re not alone.
Body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs) affect millions of people, but they are often misunderstood and hard to talk about.
We’re here to help you understand what’s happening and connect you with real support.
You Don’t Have to Do This Alone
Body-focused repetitive behaviors are more common than most people realize and they’re often misunderstood. Many people struggle in silence, unsure of what’s happening or where to turn.
Whether you’re just starting to look for answers or ready to take the next step, we’re here to help you move forward with clarity and real support.
What are BFRBs?
Body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs) are a group of conditions that involve repeated actions like skin picking, hair pulling, cheek or lip biting.
These behaviors can be difficult to control.
These behaviors are not simply “bad habits.” They are often connected to underlying emotional or neurological factors and can cause real distress, especially when people feel ashamed or unsure how to talk about them.
With the right understanding and support, people can learn to manage these behaviors and move toward recovery.
Common BFRBs
BFRBs can look different from person to person, but some of the most common include:
Pulling hair from the scalp, eyebrows, or eyelashes, sometimes leading to noticeable thinning or bald spots.
Hair Pulling
Trichotillomania
Picking at skin (often the face, arms, or scalp), which can lead to irritation, wounds, or scarring.
Skin Picking
Excoriation Disorder
Biting nails or the surrounding skin, often tied to stress, anxiety, or difficulty sitting still.
Nail Biting
Onychophagia
Cheek Biting
Biting the inside of the cheeks or lips, often during stress or deep concentration, sometimes without realizing it.
Excoriation Disorder
How We Help
Support for BFRBs should be clear, accessible, and built around real people, not confusion or guesswork.
Whether you’re just starting to understand what’s happening or ready to find real support, we’re here to help you take the next step.
Education
Learn about BFRBs and how they show up in daily life.
Community
Connect with others who understand what you're going through.
Access to Care
Find providers who understand BFRBs and offer informed care.