Beating Trich Community Group
You mean that there is a name for IT? Im not weird? Trichotillomania, that big, long word that is the bane of our world. With knowledge and support of others we CAN break free and live without this disorder interfering with our lives. Lets keep this uplifting and supportive and give each other the encouragement the other needs to make it to that next day.
Hey everyone. I’m Laura and I’m 15. I’ve pulling my hair, my eyebrows and my eyelashes since 2 years ago. I didn’t know it was a mental disorder, until a few days ago. I’ve tried to stop but it’s so hard.
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Years ago, I won a mirrored armoire from my job. It's in my bedroom but I rarely stand in front of it. Yesterday, I had to have a dexascan done so I had to change into a gown. There was a full length mirror in the changing room. I'm aware that I gained 5 to 7 pounds over the last year from cheating on Keto but I didn't know what it looked like. It was a reality check.
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"don't be a hate hole" has been one of my recent mantras which seems to be escaping my mouth more and more often. it emerges when i am faced with the endless list of chores i would rather not deal with. insurance. head lice. bureaucracy. in-laws. the list goes on and on and on and on, ad infinitum.reality checks requested. am i making sense?"ever'thin they is but loving leaves a rust on your...
Instead of trying to "stop", try adding activities for your hands to be useful.
Stay hydrated, even breathing exercises, and gentle motion to distract usual pattern of thought.
Welcome!
Yeah, we really can't "just stop", unfortunately. If you haven't already, reading about trich is the first important step! Find the best info here: https://www.bfrb.org/
Hugs :)