What is trichotillomania?
Trichotillomania is a condition in which a person repeatedly pulls out their own hair, often unconsciously or in stressful situations.
It can affect the scalp, eyebrows, and other areas, causing noticeable, patchy thinning.
Common causes and triggers
The cause is often multifactorial and can vary between individuals.
- Stress and anxiety: Hard pulling can serve as a temporary stress reliever.
- Habitual and automatic behavior: This behavior can occur without you noticing, for example when concentrating or resting.
Symptoms
Symptoms vary but are often characterized by uneven hair loss.
Uneven bare areas
Patches with varying lengths of remaining hair.
Repeated hard pulling
Recurring urge to pull hair, often in periods.
Treatment and support
An effective plan may include both behavioral support and measures for scalp/hair regrowth.
Treatments can be combined with a safe regrowth plan, and you can also see our Before & After Photos to understand what improvements may be possible over time.
Behavioral support
Helps you identify triggers and break negative patterns.
Personalized hair plan
Plan to promote regrowth and protect sensitive areas.
When should you seek help?
Seek help if hair pulling affects your well-being or leads to visible hair loss.
Early intervention improves the chances of stable improvement and regrowth.