Many children have the habit of biting their nails. Maybe yours does too. What are the possible consequences? Why do they do it? And how can you get them to stop? Tension and stress are often the ...

Does your child bite his fingernails? Some children and adults do this, especially when they are feeling nervous, but it's definitely not a healthy habit and it's one you can help your child break.

Q: What can be done to stop a 19-year-old from biting his finger nails? This has been an ongoing habit from early childhood. He’s obviously damaging his fingers and maybe even his teeth. Verbal ...

Nail biting, medically called onychophagia, affects about 30% of people worldwide. This common habit often begins in childhood and is usually triggered by stress, anxiety, or boredom. Although many ...

Powerful strategies to kick this deep-seated habit at any age. Tim Robberts/Getty Images Growing up, you may have been instructed to stand up straight, mind your manners, and behave yourself. Along ...

Researches now say parents who struggle to get their children to quit thumb-sucking may have a surprising upside. They say the habit may be protective against some common allergies. Children who ...

Quitting nail biting can be as difficult as quitting smoking. According to the NIH, the habit (“onychophagia”) is a chronic condition that is repetitive and compulsive in nature. “Stress, anxiety, ...

Can't stop biting your nails? These tips from a clinical psychologist may help you stop Nail biting can be an annoying habit that's hard. to break. Clinical psychologist Dr. Ali Mattu has tips to help ...

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