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Old 11-13-2007, 07:14 PM   #5 (permalink)
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It is a common OCD tendency and also a type of self-harm. Your docs really dropped the ball on this, since it can really be problematic (increased chance of infection, possible escalation to other self harm behaviors, etc). I'd ask them specifically for help, or ask for a referral to someone who could help.

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