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Several studies have examined the use of Memantine for the treatment of trichotillomania, with promising results. In one study, published in the Journal of Clinical Psychopharmacology, researchers investigated the use of Memantine in combination with fluoxetine (an antidepressant) for the treatment of trichotillomania. The study found that the combination of Memantine and fluoxetine was significantly more effective in reducing hair-pulling symptoms than fluoxetine alone.
Recently, there has been growing interest in the use of Memantine, a medication originally approved for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease, as a potential treatment for trichotillomania. Memantine works by blocking the action of the neurotransmitter glutamate, which is believed to play a role in the development of obsessive-compulsive disorders such as trichotillomania.
Another study, published in the Journal of Psychiatric Research, compared Memantine to a placebo in the treatment of trichotillomania. The study found that Memantine was associated with a significant reduction in hair-pulling symptoms compared to the placebo group.
While the results of these studies are promising,Memantine is not yet approved by the FDA and further research is needed to confirm its effectiveness and safety in treating this condition.
Anyone who struggles with trichotillomania should seek professional help. A mental health professional can help someone with trichotillomania develop coping strategies and provide support as they work towards managing their symptoms. Meanwhile people have also found that having an eyebrow tattoo to create the hairs that have been pulled out also helps a great deal not only with confidence and self-esteem but also in stopping the urge to pull.
Seeking professional help for trichotillomania should always be the first step towards managing this condition.