Head lice are pesky insects that are a very big inconvenience. They are not known to carry any disease organisms. Head lice are not indicators of uncleanliness, and they should not be associated with any social stigma or embarrassment. Head lice simply are spread by people who have head lice.
The whole experience of having head lice can be very frustrating, particularly to parents or caregivers. Address the issue of head lice. Do not avoid it by ignoring it. Avoidance will only increase misconceptions, unfounded fears, and confusion, and thus slow efforts to stop the spread of head lice.
Successful intervention includes immediate, concurrent measures to eradicate head lice and nits from the environment and the person. Be tenacious in your fight against head lice.