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GlossaryPsychotherapy

involves structured conversations to address mental health issues

Psychotherapy, also known as talk therapy, is a treatment method used to help individuals manage and overcome mental health issues, emotional difficulties, and certain psychiatric disorders. It involves structured conversations between a trained therapist and a client, aiming to explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to foster understanding and promote positive change. Techniques can vary widely, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, and humanistic approaches, among others.

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research Trichotillomania: Neurobiology And Treatment

119 citations, February 2009 in “Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews”

Trichotillomania involves hair pulling and can be treated with therapy and medication.

research Trichotillomania And Trichophagia: Modern Diagnostic And Therapeutic Methods

30 citations, August 2018 in “Dermatology and Therapy”

Better-designed, long-term studies are needed to optimize treatment for trichotillomania and trichophagia.

research Trichotillomania in Children and Adolescents: Review of the Literature and Case Report

27 citations, January 1990 in “Child Psychiatry & Human Development”

The document concludes that supportive home environments and addressing parent-child interactions can effectively treat trichotillomania in children.

research Psychosomatic Aspects of Alopecia Areata

20 citations, August 2018 in “Clinics in Dermatology”

The conclusion is that understanding and addressing the psychological effects of alopecia areata is important for effective treatment.

research Psychotrichology: Psychosomatic Aspects of Hair Diseases

20 citations, November 2012 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft”

Hair diseases can have psychological effects and should be treated with a combination of psychosomatic care, therapy, and medication.

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