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Habit Reversal Training

Habit reversal training, also known as biofeedback is an effective behavioral therapy to reverse undesirable repetitive habits. It is mainly used in children with thumb sucking, temporomandibular disorders, and lip or cheek biting. It involves building awareness, identifying the cause, managing the urges, and reducing the signals.

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Can trichotillomania be cured with psychotherapy?

Query: Hi doctor, I have been suffering from trichotillomania for about 10 years. Usually, when I get stressed or annoyed, I start pulling my hair. I used various home remedies and had ayurveda treatment too, but of no benefit. Currently, I am not on any sort of medication. I got to know that psychotherapy...  Read Full »


Dr. Sathya Prakash

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is true that habit reversal training psychotherapyworks very well for your condition (trichotillomania - urge to pull out one's own hair). Considering all the emotional and physical impact that this condition has had on you, I think spending on therapy is more than ju...  Read Full »

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