Friday, July 1, 2011

Could Trich be an avoidance behaviour?

Some Trichsters have mentioned that pulling was a help in avoiding other behaviours, such as smoking or sexual thoughts. Could it be possible that Trich is really an avoidance behaviour? And if so, what is it we are avoiding exactly?

Some research has suggested that Trichotillomania is a way the brain manages to control avoidance behaviour.

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