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Development and Course of Trichotillomania (Hair-Pulling Disorder)

Hair pulling may be seen in infants, and this behavior typically resolves during early development. Onset of hair pulling in trichotillomania most commonly coincides with, or follows the onset of, puberty. The usual course of trichotillomania is chronic, with some waxing and waning if the disorder is untreated. For some individuals, the disorder may come and go for weeks, months, or years at a time.

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Updated 2023-06-11

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