habit /hab·it/ (
hab´it)
1. an action which has become automatic or characteristic by repetition.
hab·it (h b  t)n.1. A recurrent, often unconscious, pattern of behavior that is acquired through frequent repetition. 2. Physical constitution. 3. An addiction, especially to a narcotic drug. |
HabitReferring to the particular set of physical and mental tensions present in any individual.
habit Etymology: L, habitus, condition
1 a customary or particular practice, manner, or mode of behavior.
2 an involuntary pattern of behavior or thought.
habit,n the tendency toward an act that has become a repeated performance, relatively fixed, consistent, easy to perform, and almost automatic. Once learned, habits may occur without the intent of the person or may appear to be out of control and are difficult to change. In dentistry, habits such as bruxism, clenching, tongue thrusting, and lip and cheek biting may produce injury to the teeth, their attachment apparatus, oral mucosa, mandibular and temporomandibular musculature, and articulation.
habit
1. an action that has become automatic or characteristic by repetition.
2. predisposition; bodily temperament.
habit Vox populi A practice routinely or regularly performed by a person. See
Bad habit,
Good habit, Oral parafunctional habit.
Patient discussion about habit.
Q. Lot’s of time at home, too close to the fridge - any tips? I’m starting my 6 months-preparation period for my finals next month, which mean I’ll spend practically all day at home, in a dangerous vicinity to the fridge. I already lost 25 pounds that I rather not gain again. Does any one have any tips how to avoid the dangers of being at home so much? ?
A. You can make yourself a menu of what you will eat for the day (or you can go by the week). Once you have this you should be ok because you will already know what you are going to eat for the day. If you stick to it you shouldn't have any problems. Good luck on your finals. Hope this helps.
Q. I am trying my best to reduce my habit towards drugs. I am trying my best to reduce my habit towards drugs. I got many advices to stay away from hard drugs. What's the difference between 'hard' and 'soft' drugs?
A. No difference
Q. Eating too much during stressful time My sister in-law is currently at home at a terminal state, so now I have to look after my brother’s family, and I cook for us. Although I make good and satiating meals, I still find my self eating sweets every evening, probably to distract myself from the sight of my dying friend. I know it sounds inappropriate to think about it when my sister in-law is dying, but I’m afraid I’ll gain weight (I’m have couple of extra pounds already). What should I do?
A. It sounds like there's a bit more than just eating more lately because you are cooking and at home more. Maybe this stressful event in your family and the difficult emotional state you must be in, is causing you to be in a more depressed or stressed mood, and eating sweets is your escape. I think you should first realize that, and next you can decide you're stoping with the compensation eating habbit. Try and find something else to do to distract you, like watching T.V or listening to music, taking a walk outside, etc. If you feel hungry eat proper meals and small healthy snacks in between. Eat what you cook with everyone else during meal time and not while you're cooking.. Hope you manage to handle it all at once.
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