You've probably caught this scene dozens of times: the child biting his nails while waiting at traffic lights, while sitting at the desk for homework, while watching TV. He won't stop until he bleeds, it hurts and even though he wants to stop, he doesn't know how. It's not easy for parents either, because there are no generally valid recipes. What is known for sure is that this gesture comes more from stress than from boredom, so saying loudly to stop is not a solution.
In an article dedicated to this topic, the journalists from mother.ly claim that there are no “quick” solutions, but that, by understanding the context in which nail biting occurs and what is behind it, parents can support their children to get rid of this habit.
What you need to know right away
Most children experience red nails at some point. It is a common behavior in childhood and often occurs alongside other body-oriented habits, such as hair-twisting, sleeve-rolling, or object-chewing. Many children give up this gesture on their own as they grow up.
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