by Stop Pulling Hair Out | Sep 15, 2011 | How to stop hair pulling, Managing Trichotillomania, Trichotillomania causes, What is trichotillomania
I am often asked if our approach ‘cures’ trichotillomania. The simple answer is ‘it depends’. The word ‘cure’ or ‘curing’ are used and strictly protected as medical terms, only to be used by medical doctors and other health care professionals that are licensed to...
by Stop Pulling Hair Out | Jul 28, 2011 | Managing Trichotillomania, Trichotillomania causes
We have pointed out in a couple previous posts that high levels of stress and drinking soda can cause or create imbalances in neurotransmitter levels over time. However, there are a number of other factors that can cause imbalances in these precious chemicals. The...
by Stop Pulling Hair Out | Jul 21, 2011 | Managing Trichotillomania, People with trichotillomania, Support for trichotillomania, Trichotillomania causes, Trichotillomania research
We spend a lot of time on this blog talking about the ins and outs of amino acid therapy as an effective solution to the underlying neurotransmitter imbalance(s) that often lead to trich. However, there is also a behavioral component that cannot be overlooked and must...
by Stop Pulling Hair Out | Jun 30, 2011 | How to stop hair pulling, Trichotillomania causes, Trichotillomania research
This post has to do with the optimal sequence we follow to help people get to their goals. In regards to neurotransmitter related disorders, there is a definite sequence that works best. The serotonin and/or catecholamine system has a role, either directly or...
by Stop Pulling Hair Out | Jun 16, 2011 | How to stop hair pulling, Managing Trichotillomania, People with trichotillomania, Support for trichotillomania, Trichotillomania causes
Here is a story that sounds so familiar that I wanted to share it: Trichotillomania Story In it, Michelle explains that her pulling started after a severe amount of stress and that she often pulls more when she is stressed out. This is very, very common as stress is...
by Stop Pulling Hair Out | Jun 9, 2011 | Trichotillomania causes
Neurotransmitter imbalances often have many origins. Genetic predisposition certainly plays a role; however, genetic impact can often be overridden or minimized with other therapies. However, the most common reasons for neurotransmitter imbalances are stress and a...
