Trichotillomania (TTM), or hair pulling, is a common disorder that results in significant hair loss. Pullers may target any hair including the scalp, eyebrows, eyelashes, pubic hair, etc. Recent estimates are that 1-2% of the US population has TTM.
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- Amanda's Trichotillomania Guide Hair pulling questions answered.
- TTMINOZ2 An Australia and New Zealand Yahoo support group for trichotillomania sufferers and their families.
- The TLC Foundation for Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors Provides information, support, and referral resources, funds research and trains treatment providers in support of people who suffer from body-focused repetitive behaviors, which include trichotillomania, skin picking disorder, nail biting, cheek biting, and similar disorders.