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GlossaryTrichotillomania

compulsive urge to pull out one's own hair

Trichotillomania, also known as Hair-Pulling Disorder, is a mental health condition characterized by an irresistible urge to pull out one's own hair, leading to noticeable hair loss and significant distress or impairment. This condition is classified under Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders in the DSM-5 and often requires a combination of behavioral therapy and, in some cases, medication for effective management.

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research A Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind Crossover Study of Fluoxetine in Trichotillomania

180 citations, November 1991 in “American Journal of Psychiatry”

Fluoxetine was not effective in treating hair-pulling disorder in the short term.

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: A Review of Diagnosis and Treatment

83 citations, January 2001 in “American journal of clinical dermatology”

Clomipramine may significantly reduce hair-pulling in Trichotillomania, but more research is needed on treatments and early onset cases.

research The Opiate Antagonist, Naltrexone, in the Treatment of Trichotillomania

69 citations, October 2013 in “Journal of Clinical Psychopharmacology”

Naltrexone did not significantly reduce hair pulling but improved cognitive flexibility.

research Group Treatment for Trichotillomania: Behavior Therapy Versus Supportive Therapy

69 citations, August 2006 in “Behavior Therapy”

Group behavior therapy reduces hair-pulling symptoms more than supportive therapy but has limited long-term effectiveness.

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