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    Glossary Habit Reversal Training

    behavioral therapy to reduce problematic habits like hair-pulling

    Habit Reversal Training (HRT) is a behavioral therapy technique used to help individuals reduce or eliminate problematic habits, such as hair-pulling (trichotillomania) or skin-picking (dermatillomania). It involves increasing awareness of the habit, developing competing responses to replace the unwanted behavior, and implementing strategies to manage triggers and stressors.

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      research Trichotillomania

      83 citations , January 2001 in “American journal of clinical dermatology”
      This review discusses the clinical features of trichotillomania and the challenges in its diagnosis and treatment, reporting no new clinical findings while highlighting the need for specialized therapy and better therapeutic options.

      research Trichotillomania: What Do We Know So Far?

      8 citations , September 2021 in “Skin appendage disorders”
      This review discusses trichotillomania, including its diagnosis and management, and emphasizes the importance of a psychiatry-dermatology liaison alongside behavioral therapy and pharmacological options.

      research Trichotillomania – therapeutic possibilities

      2 citations , January 2023 in “Journal of Education, Health and Sport”
      In this study, researchers reviewed current treatments for trichotillomania and found that psychotherapy, particularly cognitive-behavioral therapy like habit reversal training, is most effective, with some medications helping to alleviate symptoms, though further study is needed on their use.

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

      1 citations , September 2025 in “Pediatric Dermatology”
      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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      community Any gym-goers on here that use creatine?

       43 upvotes 5 years ago
      Creatine may increase DHT levels, potentially affecting hair loss, but experiences vary. Many users use finasteride to counteract potential effects.

      community 5 months until Europe, should I just shave it lol 24M

      in Chat  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old experiencing hair thinning is using minoxidil, finasteride, and nutrafol, and plans to add keto shampoo and a derma roller to their routine. They are considering shaving their head before a trip to Europe and are advised to continue treatment, improve lifestyle habits, and possibly increase finasteride dosage for better results.

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