Trichotillomania

Trichotillomania is when someone can't stop pulling out their own hair. This can happen on their head or on other parts of their body. It's like having an itch or a tickle that they feel like they have to scratch or touch, but instead of scratching or touching, they pull out hair.

Sometimes people with trichotillomania don't even realize that they're doing it because it can become a habit or something they do when they're feeling anxious, stressed, or bored.

However, pulling out hair can be bad because it can cause bald spots, thinning or damaged hair, and can even cause infections if the skin is irritated or broken.

Some people with trichotillomania also feel embarrassed or ashamed about their hair pulling, but it's important to remember that it is a medical condition and not something to be ashamed of.

Doctors and therapists can help people with trichotillomania by teaching them ways to manage stress and anxiety without pulling out hair, as well as using techniques to change the habit of pulling hair.