What You Should Know About Thumb-Sucking in the Womb
Thumb-sucking in infancy is normal, even before birth. What you should know about thumb-sucking in the womb can help break your child’s habit when it’s time.
How Do Thumb and Finger Sucking Affect Neurotransmitters?
Many link thumb- and finger-sucking with comfort in children. But why? What goes on in the brain? How do thumb- and finger-sucking affect their neurotransmitters?
Does Thumb Sucking Cause Social Anxiety?
School-age children who suck their thumbs may be targets of bullying. But does thumb sucking cause social anxiety, or is it the result of it?
Is Thumb or Finger Sucking an Addiction?
When a child sucks their thumb habitually, parents may think their child is addicted. That’s not far from the truth. Is thumb or finger sucking an addiction?
The Long-Term Effects of Thumb Sucking as Children Age
Thumb sucking is normal in infancy, but the long-term effects of thumb sucking as children age can be severe. Learn why breaking the habit is important.