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Old 11-06-2008, 03:23 AM #1
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The other day,I was grabbing the hair on top of my head. I was grabbing a hand full,and pulling up. I did that till I thought about this tread. LOL Then I stoped. BF
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The other day,I was grabbing the hair on top of my head. I was grabbing a hand full,and pulling up. I did that till I thought about this tread. LOL Then I stoped. BF
EEEk do not do that!
you have nice hair
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The other day,I was grabbing the hair on top of my head. I was grabbing a hand full,and pulling up. I did that till I thought about this tread. LOL Then I stoped. BF
EEEk do not do that!
you have nice hair
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Old 11-08-2008, 03:15 AM #4
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Thank you. I stoped pulling my hair pretty fast.

Don't worry about the double post. When my computer double posts on here, I ask a moderator to remove one of the posts.

Have a good weekend. BF
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Im new to this site. My daughter has been pulling her hair and biting her nails down to the skin since she was 14. She is now 30. Any new updates on how people can cope with this or ease the urge?
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Hi Deborah,
There's information at PsychCentral that suggests a specific type of cognitive behavoural therapy (CBT) called ComB

more info here...

Cause And Treatment Of Trichotillomania - PsychCentral
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Beyond CBT, some have reported benefit from the supplement NAC (N-Acetylcysteine) for relieving the urge to pull. A possible approach to discuss with one's doctor.
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Hi feral1

Welcome to NeuroTalk .

There is some evidence which shows that N-acetylcysteine can be effective in management of trichotillomania.

This is discussed here http://www.psychiatryadvisor.com/obs...rticle/432260/.
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Hi feral1

Welcome to NeuroTalk .

There is some evidence which shows that N-acetylcysteine can be effective in management of trichotillomania.
Hi kiwi33... thank you for the warm welcome. Glad to be aboard!

Thanks for the link; there is such a treasure trove of info on this board for so many conditions. Such a blessing.
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