Female Pattern Hair Loss in Berkshire and Worthing
Trichotillomania Hair Solutions
What is Trichotillomania?
Trichotillomania, often referred to as TTM or Trich is a serious condition that causes sufferers to have the urge to pull out their own hair. It is estimated that around 2% of the population suffer from Trichotillomania and it can effect people of any age but commonly begins in early adolescence. The disorder has a negative impact on sufferers' well-being and their ability to function normally. It is normally developed as a result of women with TTM trying to deal with feelings of anxiety or anger.
Causes of Trichotillomania?
The exact cause of TTM remains unknown, but research suggests it could be down to a few factors:
1. Genetic Predisposition
Some studies indicate that people with a family history of trichotillomania or other mental health disorders may be more likely to develop the condition.
2. Brain Chemistry
Imbalances in neurotransmitters, particularly serotonin and dopamine, are believed to play a role in trichotillomania. These chemicals are involved in mood regulation, impulse control, and the reward system, all of which are relevant to hair-pulling behaviour.
3. Environmental Triggers
Stressful life events, trauma, or significant changes (such as moving to a new place or starting a new job) can trigger or worsen trichotillomania. In some cases, individuals may use hair-pulling as a way to cope with stress or anxiety.
4. Psychological Factors
People with trichotillomania may have other underlying mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, or obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). The act of pulling hair might temporarily alleviate feelings of tension or stress, reinforcing the behaviour.
Trichotillomania Treatment With Hair InXS
If you are one of the 2% who suffer from Trichotillomania then contact Hair InXs today. Our professional team have many years experience with handling Trichotillomania so you can gain peace of mind knowing you are in the right hands. We have treated a wide range of cases of TTM, from mild right through to more excessive hair-pulling. We take time to sit with each individual and work out the best treatment option for you. Our treatments restore and improve our clients' quality of life and reunite them with a full head of hair that can be styled and washed as they wish.
Trichotillomania FAQs
While the exact cause of the condition is unknown, research has suggested that there are a number of causes of Trichotillomania such as genetic predisposition, trauma, brain chemistry imbalances or psychological factors.
There currently is not a treatment for this condition. However, there are ways to manage the symptoms. One of these management solutions is hair solutions, such as those offered here at Hair InXs.
Hair InXs uses their Volumesh System. This is a no glue, no chemical solution that uses your own hair.
A fine mesh is secured using your hair and a fringe, parting and hair are attached, giving you a voluminous head of hair that can be styled and washed as you like.
Yes, your hair can grow back after prolonged hair pulling.
One of the many benefits of our Volumesh System is that it allows hair to continue to grow because we don’t use any glue or chemicals that will prevent it from growing.
So, if you are happy with your hair growth, you can stop using our Volumesh Systems.
No, our hair restoration process and treatment isn’t permanent.
This allows you flexibility to show off your own hair if you feel confident with its growth. On the flip side, we can create a new system if you feel your confidence ebbing away.
For more information, please contact us at one of our salons:
Berkshire - 01628 660527
Worthing - 01903 368324