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How to treat trichollomania
Hi I have a daughter who is 18 year old, she has a behavioural problem of pulling her hair especially when she is very anxious. Doctors term it as Trichotillomania.We have already started with counselling and now I am looking for a proper treatment for this condition. Kindly guide for the same.
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Trichotillomania is a type of obsessive compulsive disorder. This condition may need medications too along with your counselling. Chat with me on practo for further information regarding this.
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The team of doctors treating your child can guide you better on this. Seems you are following the proper treatment procedure only. Medication+ psychotherapy/counselling works best for such disorders. But counselling at a regular basis is a must.
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