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Trichotillomania in adults

M Sticher, W Abramovits, V D Newcomer

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    |July 1, 1980
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    Hair plucking is a psychological condition, not necessarily linked to severe psychopathology. Management involves behavioral therapy and stress coping strategies, with psychiatric consultation if needed.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychiatry
    • Psychology

    Background:

    • Hair plucking, often termed trichotillomania, is a disorder with debated underlying causes.
    • The relationship between the extent of hair plucking and psychopathology requires clarification.

    Observation:

    • Two cases of hair plucking (trichotillomania) are presented.
    • The study reviews literature on the psychopathological nature of hair plucking.

    Findings:

    • Hair plucking is primarily psychological, with no direct correlation between plucking extent/area and psychopathology.
    • Childhood-onset hair plucking extending into adulthood may indicate complex psychopathology.

    Implications:

    • Suggests using "hair plucking" instead of "trichotillomania" due to infrequent association with psychosis.
    • Recommends behavioral therapy, stress management, and psychiatric consultation for effective patient management.