App-based therapy for hair-pulling disorder
Part of Infections, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests a mobile app (Keen2) to help people with trichotillomania (hair-pulling disorder) reduce their pulling urges. It may be a good fit if you have stable symptoms and own an iPhone.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- 18 or older and diagnosed with trichotillomania (hair-pulling disorder)
- Speak English as your primary language
- Not currently treating your pulling with therapy or medication, or have been on a stable treatment for at least 6 weeks without changes
- Have reliable internet and a device for a 90-minute video visit
- Own an iPhone (iOS)
- Have a support person who can be reached in case of emergency, and agree to share your address and phone numbers with the study team
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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