Quirks and Eccentricities

Are your habits normal or nuts? Read true stories about people's quirks and find out what the experts say about them.

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Is It Just Me?: Let's Stop Scaring Our Kids

Is It Just Me?: Let's Stop Scaring Our Kids

Vilified for letting her nine-year-old ride the New York City subway alone, our author implores: let's stop scaring our kids.

Normal or Nuts?

Normal or Nuts?

Not all quirks are cute, and some may even require professional attention. Here, the expert panel addresses this year's "Am I nuts?" queries.

Am I Nuts II

Am I Nuts II

Do you twirl your hair? Count ceiling tiles? Can't ever make a choice?

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