causes
what is the main cause of TTM?
anxiety and stress
what type of therapy is recommended for TTM?
group therapy
What is TTM?
pulling at your hair for relief or other positive emotions
True or false
is hair regrowth always an option?
What's a condition you can develop BECAUSE of TTM
Trichophagia
what gender is TTM more common in?
female
What's something that can prevent TTM from continuing
Habit Reversal Training (HRT)
how long does TTM last?
22 years
how common is it TTM to be life threatening
what is Trichophagia?
eating your own hair
What is a main cause of TTM for kids between the age of 10-13
puberty
What should you do if you have compilations with your medication?
talk to a doctor/health care provider
Most people who have TTM are ---- of it
ashamed
when should you go to the ER?
People with TTM who swallow their hair have a higher risk of blockages in their digestive that need surgery
How many people does Trichophagia effect?
20%
What's the Greek translation of trichotillomania (TTM)
tricho=hair Tillo=pull mania=excessive behavior or activity.
name two different medication that you can take to prevent/help treat TTM
Antidepressants, Antipsychotics, Anticonvulsants, or Nutraceuticals
TTM is an example of ---
Body dysmorphia
Most people use TTM as a ________ for stress
fill in the blank
Copying mechanism
what is the Greek translation of trichophagia?
“tricho” for hair and “phagia” for eating
Whats is TTM classified under as apart of the condition
(name all three Mental disorders)
OCD, anxiety disorder, or major depression disorder
How do you diagnose it?
Skin test or a "punch biopsy"
How many adults does it effect, an estimate
0.5% to 3.4%
What is Habit reversal therapy
This method involves helping you become more aware of your behaviors and activity patterns.
From eating your hair so much what can happen?
Getting a hairball-like blockages in their digestive track