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Resources: Books, Apps & Other Products

Note: by including information about resources we are not endorsing or recommending a particular treatment provider, self-help contact or resource. They have simply let us know that they are familiar with or suffer from trichotillomania. Appropriate treatment and advice should always be obtained directly from a qualified and experienced doctor and/or mental health professional. In addition, TLC does not endorse any external sites on the links page or monitor or approve content on these sites. When considering a treatment you should consult your doctor to determine what is safe for you. This list is here to help you access Information that others have made available over the internet.

 

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1st App for Pulling and Picking: The Secrets Pulling & Picking®

As a former puller, Joan teaches 3 secrets of hair pulling and skin picking and all body focused behaviors for adults and young people who are struggling. Joan includes a special breathing video that is available anytime you have an urge to pick or pull. "Just tap my App".  As a therapist,  Joan creates a treatment plan specific to each person's needs. Joan is also available for consultation via Skype.  Visit Joan's web site at www.JoanKaylor.com.

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The Dragon Who Pulled Her Scales

Children's book written by the father of a hairpuller.
Long ago, in a world where dragons were the world's protectors, a beautiful dragon named Ellam lived in a cool, misty cave. Although Ellam liked to have fun with her friends, she had a secret.  She liked to pull out her scales.  Ellam was always careful to cover her body--she didn't want anyone to see that she was missing her scales.  That is, until one day when Everwynn, the great king of dragons, needed someone for a special mission.  Someone without scales.

Join Ellam on her exciting journey as she discovers that everyone's wounds have purpose, and the storms we travel through are part of a greater plan.  Although this book is intended for children struggling with the effects of trichotillomania or skin picking, it is ideal for any child (or adult) who needs to be reminded that our differences do not decrease our value.

Amazon page: http://www.amazon.com/Dragon-Who-Pulled-Her-Scales
Website: www.facebook.com/thedragonwhopulledherscales

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Kiran's Little Shop of Smiles

Designed by an 11 yr. old with trichotillomania, these products will make you smile and show the world that you are more than your hair. T-shirts for boys, girls, teenagers, men, women, moms, and dads. There's even a teddy bear for those bad days when you need a hug.

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Christina Pearson, TLC's Founder, is now teaching online courses in:
Mindfulness-Based Impulse Reduction
(Living Skills for BFRB management & enhancing life in general)

Based on the scientifically researched and empirically validated Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction 8-week class template, these 10-week sessions have been carefully adapted from the classic MBSR format for those seeking not only a reduction in stress, but also in unwanted BFRB pulling and picking behaviors.

Christina's goal in offering these classes is to:
 ~~  Teach a cohesive, adaptive, mindfulness based life-management approach capable of helping to reduce unwanted behaviors and improving quality of life.  Then it is up to you to practice it!
~~  Create a heart-centered, experiential interpersonal network "in-the-world-you-live-in" for day-to-day support on  the road to recovery.

Consulting services also available.
For more information, contact Christina at 831-334-3357 or
www.christinapearson.com
Ms. Pearson is a graduate of the MBSR Teacher's Practicum developed and approved by the Center For Mindfulness at the University of Massachusetts-Worcester.

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The Perfect Pull

This is the first novel about a main character who has trichotillomania. Alyssa Simone is a 15-year-old high school sophomore who does everything she can to appear normal. Yet, she has been pulling out her hair since the fourth grade and isn’t sure how much longer she can keep it a secret from her friends and family. 

When Alyssa moves and starts a new high school, she vows to get better this year. The only problem is her life is major stressful and Alyssa’s mom is constantly pressuring her into new challenges, which include starring in a reality TV show. Now Alyssa has to hide her missing hair from new classmates, her mother, and the cameras.... Not to mention, a guy at her school likes her and she is falling for him too. All she has to do is get to know him and hide her problem, but it’s hard, especially when he reaches out to give Alyssa her first kiss...

The Perfect Pull won first place at a Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators event. Written as a young adult novel, but accessible for ages 11 and up, including adults. The author is an adult puller who has overcome the disorder and loves to write.

 

Purchase on Amazon
Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theperfectpull

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StopPicking.com

StopPicking.com is an on-line behavioral program designed to help individuals reduce or stop picking at their skin. The program was developed by Dr.'s Mouton-Odum, Stanley, and Keuthen.

StopPulling.com

StopPulling.com is an on-line behavioral program designed to help individuals reduce or stop pulling out their hair. The program was developed by Dr.'s Mouton-Odum, Stanley, and Keuthen.

 

 

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