Why do people bite their nails?
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Why do people bite their nails?
Creatures of Habit:
Humans develop a huge number of habits, both good and bad, in response to stimuli, upbringing, and their environment. Some of these habits become so deeply ingrained that they are nearly impossible to break.
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View this answerPeople bite their nails for a variety of reasons, but most psychologists agree that it is a nervous reaction to anxiety. It is considered a...
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