16 years old, has been biting her fingernails since kindergarten, seemingly due to anxiety?
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By Anonymous | Published on December 18, 2024
I started biting my fingers when I was in kindergarten at the age of 16, biting fingernails and skin alike. It has become more and more unbearable over the years. It seems to be caused by anxiety?
Nervous? I have never been able to figure out the cause, and I have thought about many childhood experiences, but I don't know which one is the trigger.
I bite every day and every moment, doing homework and watching TV, and it has been troubling me for many years. I hope for an answer. I have consulted before, and the teacher suggested that I bite on something else, but it doesn't taste good... I got used to it... I couldn't hold out for a few days.
Many people say that it is due to a lack of trace elements and that there are worms in the hand, but after learning a little about it, I don't agree. I'm asking for help.
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Comments
I can relate to how frustrating this habit must be for you. It sounds like it's been a long journey trying to understand and manage it. Have you considered talking to a psychologist who specializes in habits and anxiety? They might provide insights or coping mechanisms that could really help.
It seems like you've tried different approaches, but finding the right solution takes time. Maybe focusing on stress management techniques like mindfulness or meditation could offer some relief. These practices have helped many people with similar issues.
Your persistence in seeking solutions shows how much you want to change this behavior. Sometimes changing small daily routines or keeping your hands busy with something else can make a difference. Have you experimented with fidget toys or other activities?
The fact that you started this habit at an unusual age might be significant. It might be helpful to explore if there were any specific events around that time that could have triggered the biting. Understanding the root cause can sometimes lead to breakthroughs.
It's great that you're open to different perspectives on what might be causing this. Since you've done your research and don't believe it's related to physical factors like trace elements, maybe looking into emotional or psychological triggers could be fruitful. A counselor might be able to guide you through this exploration.