New Delhi, March 4 -- Children having the habit of biting their nails or slapping others are mostly the kids of teachers and face repeated scolding, according to renowned Yoga Guru Dr Hansa Yogendra who cited some 'worldwide survey'.

She noted that children have immense energy which their parents should channel properly for their overall development.

"For the overall development of any person, it is essential to have a balanced mind. Our mind is ready to do anything only when it is balanced. An unbalanced mind cannot learn anything," said Dr Hansa, the Director of Mumbai-based Yoga Institute, while addressing a function here on the launch of the Indian Yoga Association (IYA) App.

"A survey conducted worldwide revealed that children, who...