There’s a connection between trichotillomania and anxiety. It is the same mental disorder that causes many people to pull their hair. People who suffer from trichotillomania experience anxiety as a major trigger to the hair pulling. But while this isn’t the main cause of trichotillomania, anxiety often triggers episodes. You can reduce your anxiety and hair pulling episodes by eating a balanced meal and eating energy-boosting snacks. Avoid caffeine and alcohol, as these can exacerbate anxiety. One study compared participants with and without trichotillomania and anxiety to those without. It…
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