Why Your Body Forces You to Pick, Pull, and Bit #nailbiting #psychiatry #functionalpsychiatry

Why are some habits, such as body focused repetitive behaviors like dermatillomania and trichotillomania, so difficult to stop? This video explores the underlying reasons for these actions, often linked to anxiety and compulsive behavior. We discuss how understanding these patterns is the first step towards breaking habits and finding effective support.

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Dr. Arwen Podesta MD, DFASAM, DFAPA is a triple board certified physician specializing in functional psychiatry, addiction medicine, and forensic psychiatry. 🧠

CHAPTERS:
00:00 🔁 Why you can’t just “stop” — BFRBs explained
01:15 🧠 It’s not willpower. It’s nervous system regulation
02:10 ⚗️ Glutamate, serotonin & the habit loop
03:00 🎯 Habit reversal training: the gold standard
04:00 🧘 ACT & DBT: observe urges without obeying them
04:30 💊 NAC, inositol & supplements that reduce urges
05:00 🔄 Reframe: “What is my brain trying to regulate?”

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🩺#MentalHealth, #BehaviorChange, #BrainChemistry
🩺#Neurobiology #Psychiatry #forensicpsychiatry
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Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes. Please consult with a licensed clinician or medical provider before starting new supplements or medications.