Most habit disorders are linked to poor stress management. Children can learn how to be aware of stress chemicals in their body at much lower levels, and can learn to release them. Often times when this is accomplished, unwanted habits become a past memory Self-hypnosis is a powerful tool that reprograms the mind for change. The subconscious mind works backwards. Automatic pilot sends up the new behavior, instead of the old, allowing for effortless change.
Children are excellent students of self-hypnosis as they have very active imaginations.
Once this is accomplished it becomes easier to find the way to help the child to a higher level of healthy behavior. On this page you will find information about particular lifestyle changes that often help the child to manage his or her habits.