What do you think?

I am the mother or a daughter with trichotillomania. She has been pulling for about six years that I have noticed. Thing is I think I have this disorder too (never diagnosed). Not as bad as she does but I still pull. I have very thick hair and it isn't very noticeable. I only pull hairs that are course or that feel that way, been doing it since I was a teenager that I can remember.I am just wondering if this could be hereditary. I know I am bipolar and have issues with that and she has recently been diagnosed with bpd. There is so much of this I want to learn about and find a way to help myself and my daughter. Any advise would be greatly appreciated.

Hi again,

I have the belief that Trichotillomania is fundamentally the same as any other addiction, including alcohol, biting nails, etc. It's based on an inherent ('inside') lack of control over ones' actions. However, it can occur when the sufferer is feeling some what hyperactive all of the time and need to keep themselves busy, instead of just sitting down doing nothing. Know what i mean? It could be worth your while looking up OCD and ADHD.

Kevin

Thanks, I will....

I think it is kind of like anxiety and depression... it can be hereditary. My mother had trich when she was a kid and i didnt even know about it until i was pulling for about 2 years...

...and how are you coping now, BindyLove?