What is Trichotillomania? People with trichotillomania pull their hair out, usually from the scalp, eyebrows or eyelashes, but it can affect any hair on their body. They often do this unconsciously and are not aware they’re doing it. The urge to pull is triggered by an emotional or physical feeling, like an itch or tingle. It’s followed by a brief sense of relief and becomes a habit. Causes The cause of trichotillomania isn’t known, but it is likely to be a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Trichotillomania tends to…
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