Group therapy to reduce hair pulling behavior
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests whether cognitive behavioral group therapy can help reduce hair pulling in people with trichotillomania. You may be offered group sessions that teach skills to understand and change hair-pulling habits.
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Who can take part
- Have a clinical diagnosis of trichotillomania (hair pulling disorder)
- Be between 16 and 67 years old
- Be able to participate in a group therapy program
- Not have certain mental health conditions that could interfere with therapy
- Not currently have urgent safety concerns or substance problems
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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