A person may occasionally pick at their scabs. These might itch, which may cause the person to scratch and remove the scab. Sometimes, however, a person may pick at their scabs compulsively.

It’s unlikely picking your nose will cause serious problems. However, those who have a weakened immune system or illness may experience infection, nasal cavity damage, or nosebleeds. Nose picking is a ...

"Hello again—here we are scabby and red," wrote Tallulah Willis in the caption of a recent bare-faced selfie on Instagram. She continued, "Feeling out of control so zeroing in on something I CAN ...

From family-run farms to orchards growing the juiciest heirloom apples, these are the best places to go apple picking in every state Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may ...

Millions of people compulsively pick their skin or pull their hair. Social media is helping some of them to recover. By Chloe W. Shakin Chloe Shakin interviewed nearly a dozen individuals with BFRBs, ...

It falls under the category of obsessive-compulsive disorders and is also known as skin picking disorder or excoriation disorder. “For many, skin picking can be a response to feelings such as anxiety, ...

After years of picking my skin bloody, I’ve finally found (and stuck to) a routine that anyone can follow. By Tessa Miller I needed to be out the door 15 minutes ago for a friend’s bachelorette party ...

As autumn approaches, dreams of apple crisps and colorful leaves are already taking ahold. While autumn in New York City is undoubtedly a sight to see, it’s also a great time to get out of the city, ...

Amazon invests billions of dollars in robots to boost e-commerce efficiency and profitability. Back in 2015, the Amazon Picking Challenge tried to spur more research into warehouse automation. The ...

If April showers bring May flowers, then August showers bring apples — because, in just a few weeks, fall's most a-peel-ing fruit is going to be back on the Jersey farm scene. From macintosh to gala, ...

Pick your own peck of apples and enjoy a variety of activities for all ages at nearby orchards this late summer and fall. Different apple varieties will be available throughout the picking season, and ...