Treatment Strategies for Pediatric Trichotillomania: State-of-the-Art Review on Progress and Persistent Challenges

    September 2025 in “ Pediatric Dermatology ”
    Sheila Sharifi, Mariah Estill, Lea Tordjman … Jessica X. Ouyang
    Studysummary This systematic review reported that habit reversal training showed the most consistent benefit for treating pediatric trichotillomania, while evidence for pharmacological treatments and alternative therapies like N-acetylcysteine remains insufficient, highlighting the need for early behavioral intervention and further research into standardized treatment protocols.
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