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nail picking - DS5 yo

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printerbox25 · 26/08/2014 16:36

is it a nervous tick ? he has started it recently. Do I need to see GP - referral to a therapist?

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DontstepontheMomeRaths · 26/08/2014 20:09

Why do you think a nervous tick? It could be boredom?

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Jellyandjam · 27/08/2014 08:28

My DS does this with his nails and the skin around them. Sometimes it's when he's tired or stressed and other times when he is bored. I just keep an eye that he doesn't pick too much and make it sore, it's just a habit he's developed.

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