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[quote=Anonymous]44-year-old PP here.  I'm so pleased to have this conversation here!  I forgot to note that I also chew my fingers and nails (no surprise based on my history...ha!).  Sometimes that chewing can be helpful as it is distracting and it means that it is mor difficult to pick with no nails.

FWIW, my condition is not related to my anxiety levels.  As a matter of fact, during the most stressful time of my life (infant twins), I didn't pick for ages.  I have a lot of free time now, which seems to be a factor in increasing my picking.

There is just such an incredibly pleasurable feeling when the scab comes off or the area feels smooth that I can't see how any treatment would prove superior to that sensation.

PP, I love what you said about your mom not being judgy.  I noticed my 20-year-old son was picking on his face, and after a while, I commented on it and relayed to him our family history.  I gave him resources and explained that, if the behavior persisted and/or concerned him, he had options and could seek help from his doctor.  Similarly, I see some hand-flexing tics in my 16-year-old daughter, and I've mentioned OCD and made sure she knws she's not crazy.

To the OP--I hope this discussion is helpful.[/quote]

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