How To Stop Anxious Nail Biting And Finally Save Your Nails
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Why Understanding Selective Mutism in Anxiety Can’t Be Ignored

Some kids talk nonstop at home but go completely silent at school. It can leave parents baffled, teachers concerned, and the child quietly overwhelmed. I remember one of my neighbor’s daughters—brilliant at home, funny, articulate—but once she stepped into the classroom, total silence. That’s how I stumbled upon something I had barely heard of before:…

Daily Habits That Ease Chronic Anxiety and Boost Inner Calm
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Why Selective Mutism in Children Can Quietly Hurt Their Growth

If you’ve ever watched your child freeze up completely when someone speaks to them—and I mean not just shy or hesitant, but absolutely silent—you might know exactly what I’m talking about. It’s not rudeness. It’s not just shyness. It’s something deeper, more paralyzing. My nephew went through this, and at first, we just thought he…