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Yoga, Naturopathy Expert - Answered on Feb 01, 2022

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Anonymous Question by Anonymous on Feb 01, 2022Hindi
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Dear Roopashree Ma’am,
My daughter is 12 years old and still sucks her thumb.
Her upper jaw has changed shape because of this and the skin on her thumb is ruined.
We have tried everything, including making her wear socks on her hands at night and bitter nail polish.
Nothing has worked.
If there is any way you can help us, we would be most grateful.
Please keep my name anonymous.

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It’s a common practice amongst new-born babies and toddlers as it acts as a pacifier but, if not addressed, it can stay on until later ages and create multiple problems.

We tend to look at it as a physical problem; however, it’s more of a psychological one.

You should try and understand your child’s emotional triggers. When is she practising the habit? Is she anxious at that time or hungry? Try to address her mental issues.

Take her to the dentist and let the doctor explain to her the repercussions and dental issues down the road, etc.

Make it a conversation, not a complaint or a nagging session as that will further lower her confidence. Children tend to adversely react to constant reminders.

Make it fun, like a game or a challenge to control the habit. Reward good behaviour to encourage her.

 

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