Onychophagia, or the habit of biting nails, is explained by scientists as the result of excessive intellectual and mental stress. Susceptible to this harmful activity, according to psychologists, are insecure people with low self-esteem. And, of course, one should get rid of such a habit as soon as possible, because it is not only ugly, but also harmful to the fingers, since the wounds and burrs formed after the vigorous activity of the teeth can turn out to be a focus of infection.
Instructions
Step 1
A special bitter strengthening varnish can get rid of this habit. Apply it every three days. When your fingers take their "familiar" place at your teeth, you will feel how disgusting it tastes. But this tool should suit your nails, because the composition of the varnish contains the vitamins and microelements necessary for their growth.
Step 2
Visit a beauty salon for a nail extension. Any material you choose, be it gel or acrylic, is very hard and will be too tough for you. And if you still make some ultra-fashionable design on your nails, you will simply be sorry to gnaw them.
Step 3
Scrub the soap with your nails, brush your fingers with mustard or hot pepper. Perhaps some of these remedies will also stop your fingers halfway. Just don't rub your eyes with them.
Step 4
Pull the elastic around your wrist, and every time you feel the urge to bring your fingers to your mouth, pull it back and release it. The pain you experience will subconsciously act as a brake on your bad habit.
Step 5
Wear gloves more often if other methods do not help. It is not very convenient to work in them, but the taste of the gloves is not so good …
Step 6
Think of some punishment for yourself in revenge for your bad habit, for example, doing some boring and unloved work, cleaning.
Step 7
A good way to get rid of a bad habit is to distract yourself with something. Do something interesting, read a book, or hang out with friends. You won't bite your nails in front of them, will you?
Step 8
If your bad habit is a consequence of nervous breakdowns or tension, try to be less nervous. Go outside for a walk more often, do auto-training.
Step 9
Visit a neurologist or psychologist for a consultation, especially if, in addition to the habit of biting your nails, you feel irritable, get tired quickly, forget about some important things and constantly feel anxiety. An experienced professional will help you understand the problem or prescribe the necessary medications.
