Cognitive Therapy for Trichotillomania

Cognitive Therapy for Trichotillomania

Trichotillomania, a disorder characterized by compulsive hair pulling, can be effectively treated with cognitive therapy. This therapy helps individuals identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to hair pulling.

Cognitive therapy teaches coping strategies, such as relaxation techniques and distraction methods, to help individuals manage urges to pull hair. By addressing underlying emotional issues and developing healthier coping mechanisms, cognitive therapy can lead to significant improvement in symptoms of trichotillomania.