Trichotillomania: • Tricho- = hair • -tillo- = pulling • -mania = compulsive behavior or obsession So trichotillomania literally means “hair-pulling madness” or compulsive hair pulling. ⸻ ⸻ ⸻ What is Trichotillomania? Trichotillomania is a condition where a person feels a strong urge to pull out their own hair ✂️, often from the scalp, eyebrows, eyelashes, or other areas of the body. It’s considered part of the obsessive-compulsive spectrum and is classified as a body-focused repetitive behavior

7.7K views · 86 reactions | We all may experience obsessive thoughts. But for some, these thoughts can become all-encompassing and lead to compulsive behavior. In this episode of Med Talk/Health Talk, we’ll talk more about the symptoms of obsessive compulsive disorder, its risk factors, and how best to manage it. | NewsWatch Plus Philippines | Facebook