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Ways to support students with Trichotillomania: The TLC Foundation for Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors

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The TLC Foundation for Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors is dedicated to providing information and support to individuals suffering with compulsive hair pulling, skin picking and other related body-focused repetitive behaviors. The above link focuses on providing information to help teachers understand what they can do to help children who struggle with these behaviors. Included is a comprehensive list of Do’s and Don’ts that educators may find useful in assisting children with compulsive hair pulling, skin picking and other related behaviors. On the main TLC website, visitors to the site are provided with an overview of trichotillomania, as well as sections covering: signs & symptoms, causes, impact & effect, various treatment options, as well as a section addressing frequently asked questions regarding hair pulling.