A person can stop sucking their thumb at the age of 10 by using a product called Thum. The product should be painted on the tip of the thumb and will cause a displeasing in the mouth.
Get him to suck something else...
There is no real age for a child to stop sucking there thumb, but most people belive it to be 7 years of age, i myself being 15 sometimes catch myself sucking my thumb subcontiously, so you never know when they might stop. u can stop at any age i am 12 and still doin it i wish i could stop but it becomes a habit
You can help a teenager stop sucking their thumb by talking to them about the habit and its effects, finding alternative coping mechanisms, using positive reinforcement and rewards for not sucking their thumb, and considering the use of specialized products like bitter-tasting nail polish to discourage sucking. Consulting with a healthcare professional may also provide additional strategies and support.
tell them to stop everytime you see them sucking their thumb. i had the same problem my mom had to yell at me to stop
Hi, I've been sucking my thumb since I was born and I'm now 13. I know right, wow. I realised that I've been invited to more events as becoming a teenager and some of them are sleepovers. Now, don't get me wrong - but being caught sucking your thumb at a sleepover could make people think differently of you. Its not wrong to suck your thumb but there are side affects when sucking your thumb. So its best to stop. What are these side affects? 1. Smelly Breath 2. Buck teeth like a rabbit 3. Yellow teeth ( This can be fixed ) How do I stop sucking my thumb? - (Win the war against thumbs) Day 1: Gradually stop sucking your thumb during the day. If you find this hard get a Thumb Stopper at your nearest Dentist or Pharmacy. I didn't have to use one though Day 2: Your brains just getting used to the fact that its time to stop sucking your thumb and even when you try not to you accidentally slip it in. But dont worry. It'll stop after a while. Day 3: Oh boy, this is hardest. You may have lacking some sleep without trying to suck you thumb. But before you know it you've stopped Thats what happened to me in the war agaist no thumbs^^^^ Hope this has helped
cut it off. retards shouldnt be doing that anyway.
Paint thumb nail with no-bite nail polish (used to keep one from biting nails).
No, Mavala Stop is to prevent nail biting and thumb or finger sucking. It has a bitter taste and when applied to fingers reminds the user to keep their fingers out of their mouth.
Sucking your thumb can potentially affect the alignment of your teeth and the development of your jaw if done excessively or for a long period of time during childhood. It can lead to issues with bite and tooth positioning. It is advisable to encourage children to stop sucking their thumb by the age of 5 to minimize any negative effects on dental and facial development.
One way to stop sucking your thumb is to identify triggers that make you want to suck your thumb and find alternative ways to cope with those triggers, such as using a stress ball or taking deep breaths. You can also try wearing a glove or bandage on your thumb to make it less accessible for sucking. Seeking support from a therapist or counselor may also help you address underlying reasons for thumb sucking.
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