For "Bar" Bush: Univ. of MI child behavior: "What about nose picking?"

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Your Child: Development & Behavior Resources
A Guide to Information & Support for Parents
Bad Habits and Annoying Behaviors: "What about nose picking?"
http://www.med.umich.edu/1libr/yourchild/badhabit.htm

"Nose picking is one of the most aggravating behaviors to parents because it was one of the least socially acceptable. However, it is one of the most common habits among children and adults."

"Tell your child that picking is not acceptable in public, but that they may use a tissue to clear out the nose and take care of itchiness. Explain that they are more likely to get sick and pass their germs on if they pick their nose. Insist that they wash their hands after they pick or blow their nose. Often a little petroleum jelly a couple times a day inside the nose will help to break the vicious cycle of nose irritation and picking. Keeping the nose moist with a little saline spray can also help."



An additional link provided in the article above:
http://www.kidshealth.org/kid/talk/yucky/booger.html
KidsHealth: "What's a Booger?"

"If you have to get rid of boogers, your best bet is to blow 'em out of your nose and into a tissue. Picking your nose isn't a great idea because boogers contain lots of dirt and germs and because poking around in your nose can make it bleed."