Trichotillomania (Hair Pulling) Support Group

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10+ year with Trichotillomania

TrickorTreat
TrickorTreat

Hi, I have been struggling with hair-pulling since I was 7, I'm 24 now. Never been to therapy for many reasons (Family not aware of what's the issue & financial issues). I have tried to stop many times, didn't get me anywhere. I am trying to find the most realistic way for me to stop or at least be more cautious when I pull. One thing came to mind is to use my left hand (the hand I usually feel the urge to pull with). Did anybody try this method before? I am sure it will be slow since I am right-handed, but this is the only thing I can come up with. 

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This board is not very active.

I suggest you go to the main anxiety board to learn tips and techniques to help you redirect your usual patterns of naturally relieving anxiety.

You can read through the old posts for ideas mentioned that worked for the person when they posted to give you an idea of what might work for you.

Welcome to DS. You've taken an important first step to help you heal the hurt.
Soccermom14
Soccermom14
Keep on trying different techniques there will be one right for you
sunnyd55
sunnyd55
At one of my therapy groups, someone suggested wearing a rubber band around your wrist. Then to snap it gently when you have the urge to pull. Keeps hand busy.
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