What IS Trichotillomania?
Trichotillomania, is a medical condition better known as Hair Pulling Disease or Disorder. Symptoms of Trichotillomania (often misspelled as Tricholomania) includes an irresistible and impulsive urge to pull out body hair. People with this disorder pull hair out of their eyelashes, eyebrows, scalp, arms, legs or other areas of the body. Sometimes they unconsciously pull hair out and place it in their mouth. Although they are harming themselves most with the condition feel helpless to stop it.
The Cause
The cause of Trichotilliomana is uncertain although preliminary research indicates it may be a neurological condition and have a genetic connection. It's also believed hair pulling disease may be caused by other illnesses.
Emotional Impact
Trichotillomania is not well known or understood by the general public. People suffering from the disease often isolate themselves from family, work and social settings and are alone in their secret. Intense feelings of shame and fear of exposure also cause them to avoid desperately needed medical care of all types.
Danger of Swallowing Hair
It's not uncommon for people who intentionally pull out their hair to swallow it. Small quantities may be harmless but if enough hair is ingested it can cause a hairball to form. When this occurs the intestines can be blocked and surgery may be required.
What areas of the body affected?
What areas of the body are targeted for hair pulling? The correct answer for that is "any" area where there is hair and that includes:
1. Head
2. Eyelashes
3. Eyebrows
4. Pubic Area
5. Underarms
6. Beard
7. Mustache
8. Chest
9. Legs
10. Arms
Treatment Options
You may be wondering about treatment options. While research is ongoing the jury is still out concerning the best course of action. Currently it appears that no single treatment method seems to be effective for everyone. Each individual may respond differently as well as various age groups. People affected by Trichotillomania may have to experiment with a treatment method or a combination of methods to find what works best.
Treatment Options Include:
Behavior Therapy
Medication
Joining Support Groups
Alternative Therapy
Hair Pulling Disease Help
The 3-Step Hair Pull Cure is based on a simple technique that works in under 9 minutes. This system eliminates thoughts and compulsions immediately because it literally reconditions your nervous system so you never again have to struggle with pulling your hair. This entire program is downloadable so you can watch the entire course immediately.
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