Trichotillomania (Hair Pulling) Support Group
Impulsive control disorder is the inability to resist an urge, temptation, or impulse, even when it may cause negative effects to the self or to others. If you or a loved one suffers from impulsive contorl disorder, join the community to find support and share your challenges with others who know what you're going through.
Good morning group!
It's been months since I posted; however, I'm still pluck-free! I'm here to encourage you to hang in there. You can get through this. I haven't plucked since my last episode which led to me joining this group.
Deliberate focus, meditation, prayer, and removing the veil of secrecy have been pivotal to my success. Focus and openness are key. I still get urges. When they come up I examine myself, my feelings, thoughts, environment, and hands. Doing this puts me in a Kairos moment where I have a decision to make...please or not to pluck.
In terms of openness, I shared these urges with my partner and close friends. They do not judge or criticize. They just encourage me to stay the course. This transparency removed the shame and secrecy of the act.
Hope this helps!