What is Trichotillomania?

Trichotillomania (trick-o-till-o-may-nee-uh), also known as “hair-pulling disorder,” is a psychological illness characterized by the repetitive pulling out of one’s hair. Trichotillomania is one of a class of disorders known as body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs), in which individuals pull, pick, scrape, or bite their hair, skin, or nails resulting in body damage. Although (trichotillomania) is not […]

How Anxiety Can Cause Trichotillomania

Hair loss can be distressing, no matter what causes it. We often link how our hair looks to self-worth and self-image, so losing control of our own hair can leave us feeling very down. But when your hair loss is a direct result of your state of mind, how do you cope? We look at […]

Trichotillomania: Definition and Causes

Often shortened to TTM or trich, trichotillomania is a compulsive disorder in which the sufferer pulls at their hair. Along with the hair on their head, they may pull hair anywhere on their body—including pubic hair and painful areas like the eyelashes or eyebrows. Trichotillomania is a psychological condition and may be linked to other […]