Nail biting is common in adults and children, especially children. There are two situations when children want nails, one is infancy, and the other is preschool and school age.
It is normal for babies to bite their nails. This behavior mostly happens when they are hungry and before going to bed. Babies settle themselves by eating their hands and biting their nails. Plus the baby is going through? Mouth desire period? I want to know my little hand through my little mouth. Generally, this phenomenon will gradually disappear after 1-2 years old, so parents don't have to worry too much.
If preschool and school-age children bite their nails, parents can give them more companionship and comfort. Parents in a bad mood, getting ready for school and getting sick may make their children feel anxious, irritable and lonely. Children are eager for their parents to care more about themselves and comfort themselves.
Although it is common for children to bite their nails, if parents let it go for a long time, it may bring various problems to their children:
1, which affects the normal development of children's oral cavity, and may cause problems such as uneven tooth arrangement and mandibular protrusion.
2, affecting the nail bed, not only unsightly but also may cause paronychia.
3. Bacteria in nails may enter the body through biting nails, thus affecting health.
4. Affect children's mental health, maybe more when they grow up? Bite your nails? .
So, how can I help you quit biting your nails? This requires the patient guidance and companionship of parents. Parents should not bring negative emotions to their children, spend more time with them and encourage them to express their inner thoughts. When children bite their nails, don't blame them and divert their attention. If there is really no way, they can take medicine under the guidance of a doctor and apply bitter medicine to their nails to help them quit biting their nails.