Trichotillomania: What Do We Know So Far? - PMC
Trichotillomania, also called hair-pulling disorder, is defined by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-V) as an obsessive-compulsive or related disorder in which subjects …
The genetics of trichotillomania and excoriation disorder: A ...
Aug 1, 2024 · In this systematic review, we summarize the available evidence on the genetics of TTM and ED and highlight gaps in the field warranting further research.
MTHFR Gene Mutations and Disease - Verywell Health
Nov 10, 2025 · Despite their association with certain diseases, the overall risk imposed by most MTHFR variants appear to be quite small. In most studies finding an association between MTHFR variants …
Hair-pulling disorder caused by faulty gene in some families
Sep 27, 2006 · The mutations account for only a small percentage of trichotillomania cases, said the scientists. However, their findings are significant because they validate a biological basis for mental...
Understanding Trichotillomania through the Lens of Genetics
Trichotillomania is a complex disorder with a multifaceted etiology involving genetic, environmental and psychological factors. While significant progress has been made in understanding the genetic basis …
Trichotillomania: a perspective ... - BMJ Mental Health
Sep 20, 2023 · Here I will briefly review the background, draw attention to some key aspects of the pathology, and propose an immune- and shame-based pathological grooming model, including …
Trichotillomania - Wikipedia
Trichotillomania (TTM), also known as hair-pulling disorder or compulsive hair pulling, is a mental disorder characterized by a long-term urge that results in the pulling out of one's own hair. [2][4] A …
Trichotillomania: Background, Pathophysiology, Etiology
Oct 30, 2024 · Trichotillomania (hair-pulling disorder) is characterized by the persistent and excessive pulling of one’s own hair, resulting in noticeable hair loss. Hair pulling can occur in any area of the...
Understanding trichotillomania (hair-pulling) and other body ...
Body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs) such as trichotillomania (hair pulling) and skin picking are relatively common but remain stigmatized and misunderstood.
Understanding Neurobiological Factors and Trichotillomania
Oct 1, 2025 · This article will cover the neurobiological factors behind trichotillomania and provide information on treatment options and coping methods for those...