3.2 RESEARCH DESIGN Burns and Grove (2003:195) define a research design as âa blueprint for conducting a study with maximum control over factors that may interfere with the validity of the findingsâ.
MotherNature.com states that weak nails can mean there are problems elsewhere in the body. Psoriasis, a condition of the skin that can lead to itching, can cause weak nails. Hyperthyrodism, which is an overactive thyroid gland, can also cause weakness. Anemia may also contribute to weak nails. In addition, it can signal a calcium deficiency.
Nail issues are a concern for many people. Weak or brittle nails are prone to slow growth, breaking, and peeling. The medical term for this is onychoschizia. There are multiple potential causes of flaky brittle nails ranging from benign to potentially more serious conditions. Weak nails are a very common symptom of menopause due to fluctuations in hormones. During menopause the level of estrogen is lowered.