by Stop Pulling Hair Out | Mar 12, 2015 | Amino Acid Therapy, Trichotillomania causes
I am often asked if there is a correlation between serotonin and pulling hair out or between serotonin and the urge to pull hair out. This question usually stems from the fact that most of the medications prescribed to those with trichotillomania are selective...
by Stop Pulling Hair Out | Feb 26, 2015 | Managing Trichotillomania, Support for trichotillomania
Many medications and drugs that are prescribed for trichotillomania and other disorders related to neurotransmitter imbalance have their effects by manipulating the release or re-uptake of neurotransmitters in the brain. Stimulants, such as amphetamines (i.e.,...
by Stop Pulling Hair Out | Feb 12, 2015 | Amino Acid Therapy, Managing Trichotillomania
The underlying neurotransmitter imbalances that often lead to the urges to pull or pick in those with trichotillomania are very often also the underlying reason many people crave sugar and sweets. Without getting too far into the biochemistry of it, the basic process...
by Stop Pulling Hair Out | Jan 20, 2015 | Amino Acid Therapy, How to stop hair pulling, Managing Trichotillomania, Support for trichotillomania
A search of the internet for ‘trichotillomania treatment’ brings back over 149,000 results. This can make the search for a viable trichotillomania treatment option very difficult, if not downright impossible. However, upon closer investigation, you will find that...
by Stop Pulling Hair Out | Jan 12, 2015 | Amino Acid Therapy, How to stop hair pulling, Managing Trichotillomania, What is trichotillomania
Trichotillomania is a disorder that involves the recurrent, often irresistible urges to pull hair out from your scalp, eyebrows, eyelashes or other areas of your body despite trying to stop. Pulling hair out from the scalp often leaves bald spots, which can cause...
by Stop Pulling Hair Out | Dec 23, 2014 | Managing Trichotillomania, Trichotillomania causes
Neurotransmitters have far reaching effects in the human body and take part in the regulation and control of many bodily functions and systems, including: Mood Sleep Coordination Memory Focus Concentration Heart rate Body temperature Pleasure Hunger Learning Arousal...
by Stop Pulling Hair Out | Dec 11, 2014 | Managing Trichotillomania, Trichotillomania causes
There are many factors that can create or cause neurotransmitter imbalance(s) in any given person; however, one of the most common is consuming a diet that is deficient in one or more nutrients necessary for proper neurotransmitter function. For many people, one of...
by Stop Pulling Hair Out | Nov 18, 2014 | Managing Trichotillomania
What we choose to drink also has a dramatic effect on neurotransmitter function. Stimulants like coffee and energy drinks deplete the excitatory neurotransmitters (like epinephrine and norepinephrine) and alcohol adversely affects serotonin and GABA production (which...
by Stop Pulling Hair Out | Nov 4, 2014 | Amino Acid Therapy, Trichotillomania causes
Many of the processed foods we eat contain chemicals, colors, flavor-enhancers and dyes that are known to disrupt proper neurotransmitter function. In addition, high-quality protein is needed on a daily basis to supply the necessary amino acids to allow the body to...
by Stop Pulling Hair Out | Oct 21, 2014 | Amino Acid Therapy, Managing Trichotillomania
Neurotransmitter imbalances can be caused by a very large number of factors and often times a person will be impacted by a combination of factors. The most common causes of neurotransmitter imbalance include: Genetics Stress Toxic Burden Head or neck trauma...
