Question 1

i have a bad habit of biting my nails all the time. is there a fast and easy way to stop?

Accepted Answer

Deterrent: Put something that tastes bad on your nails. Every time you try to bite your nails, you will experience a bad taste and you will begin to associate bad feelings towards nail biting.

Question 2

how can you stop biting your nails?

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Different Options: There are a few ways you can stop biting your nails. One way is to pick one nail and not bite that one for awhile, once it has been about 2-3 weeks notice how good that nail looks. Then, pick another nail and don't bite it for awhile, continue this until you aren't biting your nails anymore. Another step is to keep yourself occupied, chew gum or do an activity that requires using your hands.

Question 3

what is a good way to stop biting your nails?

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Biting Nails: Try an over-the-counter product aimed at stopping nail biting. There are many creams and serums you can buy at the drugstore that promise to help you stop biting your nails. These treatments are applied to the nails and cuticles and leave them with a bitter taste so that when you put your fingers in your mouth they will taste bad. Over time, you will associate biting your nails with bad taste.

Question 4

what are good ways to stop biting your nails, and cuticles?

Accepted Answer

Notice it: Often if you can notice that it is happening, you can stop these kinds of habits.  However, some will paint their nails with jalapeno juice or some other vile taste to help remind you not to.  The other thing you try is to carry nail clippers or files with you, as often it is the desire to clear a hangnail that starts it.

Question 5

if you stop biting your nails can you prevent threadworms?

Accepted Answer

Threadworm/pinworm: The threadwork/pinworm is a human only parasite that usually inhabits the lower intestines. The adult worm crawls out the folds of the anus & lays eggs in a glue like substance that triggers itching.That itching easily disburses the eggs within bed linen or clothing where it can contaminate fingers & be re-introduced to the mouth. Any contact of contaminated fingers with the mouth can recycle it.

Question 6

how to stop biting nails?

Accepted Answer

Aversive polish: To break the habit,  try a clear nail polish that tastes bad such as mavala. When you notice the taste, note of your experience just before (cue/antecedents) - stress, boredom, etc. Try new ways to cope with that experience (like stretching or eating a sugarfree mint) until you break the cycle. Next find ways to anticipate & face those emotional cues head-on. A cognitive therapist can help you.

Question 7

i cannot stop biting my nails?

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Nail biting: Once you get into this habit it is difficult to break. You could try soaking your finger tips into a paste made of soem bitter melon  and leaving it on for about 10-15 miinutes and then just wiping the paste off wihtout washing it off. Then if you will not want to put those finger tips into your mouth to nibble at your nails. It is totally benign as far as side effets go.

Question 8

how can i stop biting my nails?

Accepted Answer

Nail biting.: One thing I've heard is to simply video yourself biting your nails so you can see what others see.  You will be shocked at how gross it appears to others.  For some people this can be enough to make them stop.  Other things include putting something bitter or sour on your nails.  Best of luck.

Question 9

how can i stop biting my nails?

Accepted Answer

Notice it: Often if you can notice that it is happening, you can stop these kinds of habits.  However, some will paint their nails with jalapeno juice or some other vile taste to help remind you not to.  The other thing you try is to carry nail clippers or files with you, as often it is the desire to clear a hangnail that starts it.

Question 10

how can i stop biting my nails?

Accepted Answer

Yes...: yes , you will be only one. Paint your finger with a bitter stuff. Also get you overall health and lab check. If have anxiety disorder, get treated.

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