#PickyPads

A new viral solution is capturing attention on social media and among those struggling with one of the most stigmatized mental health habits—compulsive skin-picking, or dermatillomania. Known as “picky pads,” these sensory toys promise relief from the urge to pick, offering both hope and questions about effectiveness for sufferers worldwide, including in Thailand where awareness of body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs) is still nascent. The rise of picky pads is not just a TikTok trend but is increasingly a topic of discussion among mental health experts, patients, and advocates seeking practical tools to manage this persistent, often debilitating behavior.