Trichotillomania (Hair Pulling) Support Group
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I am a writer working on a longer project featuring a character who suffers from trichotillomania. I do not actually suffer from this condition myself, and so in order to make the character seem more authentic I was wondering if there was anyone who might be willing to communicate via email about their experiences with this illness. I am interested in how trichotillomania has affected personal relationships--if at all--and what sorts of coping mechanisms you find to be the most effective. I am also interested in the terminology you use when discussing it. If you are interested, please let me know. Thanks!
First, I'd like to know a little bit about some of the things you've tried. Which strategies have worked the best, and which have not? What are some things that people have recommended to you?
Also, does your condition affect relationships at all? How do the people whom you get involved tend to react?
If you would be more comfortable discussing this via email, we could do that. I suspect I will have more questions. I hope these are okay; if they sound too forward, I apologize. I'm just trying to gather as much info as possible.
Thanks!