Trichotillomania (Hair Pulling)
Gabriel treats trichotillomania as multifactorial: NAC (proven effective), inositol, addresses nutrient deficiencies (iron, zinc, B vitamins), optimizes neurotransmitters, stress management, and works with therapist (habit reversal training most effective).
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Gabriel's Approach
Gabriel treats trichotillomania as multifactorial: NAC (proven effective), inositol, addresses nutrient deficiencies (iron, zinc, B vitamins), optimizes neurotransmitters, stress management, and works with therapist (habit reversal training most effective). Comprehensive approach combining nutritional, psychological, and behavioral interventions.
Root Causes
Why Conventional Fails
Habit reversal training (HRT), cognitive behavioral therapy, SSRIs or clomipramine (limited efficacy), NAC sometimes recommended.
Limited medication efficacy, NAC proven but not always recommended, inadequate nutritional assessment (iron, zinc deficiency common), therapy effective but access limited, often dismissed as bad habit rather than recognized disorder.
Your Complete Protocol
A comprehensive, tiered approach combining supplements, herbs, and advanced therapies
Your Protocol for Trichotillomania (Hair Pulling)
Choose the level that's right for your healing journey
Essential Protocol
What's Included
- NAC 1200-2400mg/day (proven effective)
- Inositol 12-18g/day
- 5-HTP or L-Tryptophan (serotonin precursors)
- Iron if deficient
Available through Fullscript
Practitioner-Grade Protocol
Practitioner-Grade — Not Available on Amazon
What's Included
- Standard Process whole food protocol
Whole food supplements by Standard Process
Complete Protocol
What's Included
- All Practitioner-Grade supplements & herbs
- BPC-157 (tissue repair + gut healing)
- Thymosin Alpha-1 (immune modulation)
Standard Process + Matter peptides
Recommended Supplements
Key Lab Markers
Dietary Guidance
Balanced whole foods diet, adequate protein for neurotransmitter production, iron-rich foods if deficient, omega-3 rich fish, blood sugar stability.
Lifestyle Factors
Habit reversal training (HRT - most effective therapy), cognitive behavioral therapy, stress management, identify triggers, barrier methods (wear hat, gloves), NAC supplementation (significant evidence), SSRIs if severe (limited evidence).
Mind, Body & Spirit
Evidence-based practices that complement physical treatment protocols
Mind
Habit Reversal Training
strongMost effective therapy, awareness and competing response.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
strongAddress triggers, anxiety, compulsive behaviors.
Body
N-Acetylcysteine (NAC)
moderateProven effective in multiple studies, 1200-2400mg/day.
Iron Repletion
moderateDeficiency common, may worsen symptoms.
Spirit
Curated for Trichotillomania (Hair Pulling)
Traditional supplements via Fullscript
Standard Process + classical TCM
Standard Process + advanced peptide therapy
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