Son has started stimming again

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Hello. I do not write in often, but I read the posts everyday & find the advice of parents who live w/ASD to be invaluable. Our 8 yr old son has started picking at any bump he can find on his face, legs, arms etc. We went thru this once in the Spring and thought it could be stress at school or maybe boredom-fidgeting. It lasted about 2 months and then he stopped by summer. Now that He is back in school (a new school) he has started again. He does this anytime, anyday, anywhere. Now I am afraid it is just becoming a habit. He can only wear so many bandaids & he already has scars from last Spring. Anyone ever experience this. I could use help any direction. We do not currently seek counseling, but I am open for suggestions/recommendations. THank You,