Nail-biting may be Included as a Symptom of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

The American Psychiatric Association is all set to categorize nail-biting as a type of obsessive compulsive disorder.

The forthcoming edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-V) may soon include a fresh classification of NAIL-BITING as a type of obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). Nail-biting will be categorized under "pathological grooming" habits such as hair-pulling and skin-picking, also known as trichotillomania.

Victims of obsessive compulsive disorder portray repetitive behaviors which they feel can help reduce anxiety. Some of the symptoms could be going overboard with cleaning, checking repeatedly and nervous rituals like opening and closing a door.

This does not mean that all those who bite their nails are victims of OCD, but can be categorized under this disorder depending upon the severity of the symptoms.

Source: Medindia

Four Week Treatment for Nail-biting

A tooth guard molded to fit either the upper or lower teeth that would make it impossible to bite is being offered as a sure cure for nail-biting.

Starting From Today Britney Will Stop Biting Nails!

Britney Spears has kept a rather nail-biting resolution for the New Year-the popstar wants to quit chewing her fingernails in 2009!

Acrylic Nails or Fake Nails

Acrylic nails (fake nails, nail enhancements, or nail extensions) are coverings placed over fingernails as fashion add-ons. Ethyl Methacrylate, also called EMA is regarded as the best material.

Asperger´s Syndrome

Asperger’s Syndrome or (AS) is a neurological condition marked by delay in the development of motor skills, difficulty in social interactions, strange facial expressions, misplaced gestures and fixed routines. .

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is an anxiety disorder characterized by anxious unwanted thoughts or behavior, which the patient is unable to control.