Thumb sucking, hair pulling, nail biting children often engage in activities like these when they're feeling nervous or bored. His mother tries to take a low-key approach to her son s bad habit. Gentle reminders can help nail biters become aware of what they're doing, but experts say there's one tactic that's never effective. That always is counterproductive. That usually reinforces the habit - makes the child more anxious about it.
Children are more likely to chew nails and cuticles that are chapped and dry.
Treat infection - After playtime, clean your child's hands. At the first sign of infection, like redness, pus or swelling, apply a small amount of antibiotic cream and see your pediatrician. WFAA-TV Co. All Rights Reserved.