{"id":103171,"date":"2021-07-26T09:21:15","date_gmt":"2021-07-26T09:21:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drprem.com\/guide\/?p=103171"},"modified":"2021-07-26T09:23:13","modified_gmt":"2021-07-26T09:23:13","slug":"why-youre-biting-your-nails-and-how-you-can-finally-stop","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drprem.com\/guide\/why-youre-biting-your-nails-and-how-you-can-finally-stop\/","title":{"rendered":"Why You\u2019re Biting Your Nails, and How You Can Finally Stop"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"38520354a5201685ddf480eec688e1a7\" data-index=\"1\" style=\"float: none; margin:10px 0 10px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\r\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9477973674766713\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"8885944693\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n<p>You probably never notice when you are doing it, but biting your nails is a tough habit to break. Most often, this habit begins when you\u2019re younger, but it can begin at any age or resurface when you are older. And while there\u2019s no definite answer as to why someone develops this habit, there\u2019s one thing that is certain &#8212; it\u2019s difficult to manage. Once it becomes a habit, you\u2019ll find that you\u2019re absentmindedly biting your nails to find relief, concentrate or work out a problem. You\u2019ll find that you\u2019re biting your nails out of impatience, frustration, boredom when you\u2019re concentrating or stressed and emotional.<!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>The More Common Reasons for Nail Biting<\/h2>\n<p>It\u2019s important that you know nail biting has been associated with some mental health conditions, such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)<\/li>\n<li>major depressive disorder (MDD)<\/li>\n<li>obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This isn\u2019t to say that everyone who bites their nails has one of these disorders, but it certainly is possible that it\u2019s associated with a psychological disorder. These disorders will make breaking the habit slightly more difficult, but it isn\u2019t impossible. Sometimes by addressing the condition with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellmind.com\/herbal-remedies-for-ocd-2510631\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">natural remedy<\/a> before taking the steps towards breaking the habit will prove to be successful.<\/p>\n<p>With this being said, there\u2019s no long-term damage that comes from nail-biting, but there are some side effects that can become a problem and more uncomfortable such as, abnormal-looking nails, fungal infections, and increased illness from the bacteria and viruses under your fingernails. It\u2019s likely you\u2019ve already been dealing with soreness of the nails and bleeding cuticles.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Here\u2019s How You Can Stop Biting Your Nails<\/h2>\n<p>Breaking any habit isn\u2019t going to happen overnight, so it\u2019s important that you are patient with yourself. It\u2019s likely you will try many different methods before you find one that works best for you. In order to be successful, you\u2019ll need to really want to make the change. With that in mind, here are some methods that will show you <a href=\"https:\/\/stopthumbsucking.org\/how-to-stop-biting-nails\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how to stop biting nails<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>1. Determining Your Triggers<\/h3>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-103182\" src=\"https:\/\/drprem.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2021\/07\/nail-biting-habit.jpg\" alt=\"nail-biting-habit\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drprem.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2021\/07\/nail-biting-habit.jpg 800w, https:\/\/drprem.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2021\/07\/nail-biting-habit-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drprem.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2021\/07\/nail-biting-habit-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>When you catch yourself biting your nails, think about how you are feeling at that very moment. This will help you uncover what triggers your nail-biting habit, whether it\u2019s anxiety, boredom, or hunger.\u00a0 When you are able to spot the things you\u2019re thinking or feeling you\u2019ll be able to prepare alternative responses better.\u00a0 Self-awareness is key to breaking this habit.,<\/p><div class=\"38520354a5201685ddf480eec688e1a7\" data-index=\"2\" style=\"float: none; margin:10px 0 10px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\r\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9477973674766713\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"8885944693\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n<h3>2. Keeping Your Nails Short<\/h3>\n<p>When your nails are long, it\u2019s going to be hard to resist biting them and prevent <a href=\"https:\/\/drprem.com\/blog\/best-natural-cures-ingrown-toenails-know\/\">ingrown nails<\/a>. It won\u2019t be as satisfying trying to bite nails that aren\u2019t there. Be sure that you are getting regular manicures or trimming your nails every week to reduce temptation.<\/p>\n<h3>3. Find a Healthier Alternative<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-103186\" src=\"https:\/\/drprem.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2021\/07\/young-man-Putting-hands-in-pockets.jpg\" alt=\"young man Putting hands in pockets\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drprem.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2021\/07\/young-man-Putting-hands-in-pockets.jpg 800w, https:\/\/drprem.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2021\/07\/young-man-Putting-hands-in-pockets-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drprem.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2021\/07\/young-man-Putting-hands-in-pockets-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Replacing a habit with a healthier option often makes it easier to keep your hands out of your mouth. Keep your hands busy with a stress ball or fidget device, and keep your mouth busy with gum or a sucker.\u00a0 You could also try some of the following things,<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Putting your hands in your pockets<\/li>\n<li>Twiddling your thumbs<\/li>\n<li>Playing with a ball or an elastic band<\/li>\n<li>Clasping your hands together<\/li>\n<li>Eating a carrot<\/li>\n<li>Clipping or filing your nails instead<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>4. Make Your Nails Taste Bad<\/h3>\n<p>You\u2019ve probably heard about the different methods of making them taste yucky to stop you from biting them. There are different options from hot sauce, rubbing peppers, and bitter nail polishes that you can use.\u00a0 This will, at the least, make you more conscious of when you are biting your nails.<\/p>\n<h3>5. You Have To Want It Bad Enough<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-103183\" src=\"https:\/\/drprem.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2021\/07\/better-looking-nails.jpg\" alt=\"better-looking nails\" width=\"800\" height=\"536\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drprem.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2021\/07\/better-looking-nails.jpg 600w, https:\/\/drprem.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2021\/07\/better-looking-nails-300x201.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The truth is, unless you want to stop, you won\u2019t. Breaking this habit is going to be difficult. You need to find something that motivates you enough to want to break the habit &#8212; better-looking nails, or a sense of accomplishment.<\/p>\n<h3>6. Consider Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)<\/h3>\n<p>Cognitive behavioral therapy will help you identify behavior patterns so that you can replace them with better ones. By identifying negative or unhelpful thoughts, you can start changing your behavior.<\/p>\n<p>Be patient with yourself. Change doesn\u2019t happen overnight, and it\u2019s likely you\u2019ve been biting your nails for many years. If you have tried multiple times to quit but haven\u2019t been able to, you should consider seeing a mental health provider. 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