Email Groups

Connecticut Trich Support Welcome to the CT Trich Support board, based in CT, for adult sufferers (18 and over) of trichotillomania, AKA, Hair Pulling. We hope to provide a caring, sensitive and confidential place for those suffering from trich to talk, share ideas, and gain some support. Because trich carries so much shame and embarrassment, people often do not know where to turn - well, now we have a place. We will use a lot of literature from TLC, Trichotillomania Learning Center, as well as authors who have dealt with or are dealing with various levels of trich. So, whether you pull from your head, eyes, brows, or anywhere else on your body, please feel welcome to join this group. As of right now, our board is closed only to those with trich, however, we are trying to get a live support group going that will meet on Tuesdays. The start date and location will be announced shortly.

Eastern Ontario Email Group A Canadian based Yahoo group for sufferers of trichotillomania.

Oklahoma Trich Support Email -only group began as a precursor to an in-person local support group. If you are interested in reaching out to others in Oklahoma, and possibly attending a live meeting, email oktrichgroup@yahoo.com

Parents This is an excellent way to stay in touch, ask questions, meet other parents, and receive support for those times that are difficult. When a question comes up that we cannot answer, we will refer the question to the appropriate professional and encourage them to respond, then we will share this with the group. It's a great way to stay in touch with parents and get useful information. And moderated by several people, so no one person has total control. To Join the group just send an email to: ParentsTrichSupport-subscribe@yahoogroups.com

Pickaderms Pickaderms is a list for people who have skin picking problems on any part of the body, and includes nail and cheek biting. This disorder is more common than you think. It is not easy to treat, but it can be done with hard work. Pickaderms is an unlisted, restricted list, open only to those who pick or bite at their skin and the parents of children who do. Appropriate for children over 13. You are not alone! Group advisor and moderator is James Claiborn, PhD, ABPP. For more information contact Judy, list owner, at Jalust@aol.com.

Pickaderms 3 Pickaderms3 is a list for teens, some pre-teens and others up to about age 20 who have CSP (chronic skin picking). This is your place to talk, vent and exchange ideas regarding control of CSP. A little OT talk is ok, but this list is for talking about you and CSP. Email Judy at

Pickaderms2 Pickaderms2 is a list for parents, spouses, SO's, and concerned others who have a relationship with someone with CSP (chronic skin picking). The list is for them to talk, exchange ideas, and vent. NO PICKADERMS MEMBERS MAY JOIN.Contact Judy at

Skinpickers This group has been created to replace the former Yahoo Pickers Group: "It is for individuals with Trichotillomania related behaviors, who don't quite fit the traditional definition of Trich. All are welcome including scalp & skin pickers, hair twisters and pullers, those facinated by split ends, cuticle pickers, fuzzy bits of hair etc. This is a safe place to open up and talk about our behaviors and compulsions. Just to let you know that we sometimes go off-topic to make sure that we still have sense of humors. We are people with families and things pop up in our day to day lives that we like to talk about, and that we do! "

TeenTrichSupport A safe, non-judgemental email group for teens to share feelings, strategies, and support on the road to recovery from trich. Come meet others who know EXACTLY how you feel! This teen group is moderated by TLC to ensure safety from unwanted spammers and unsavory visitors. TeenTrichSupport-subscribe@yahoogroups.com

THEO Trichsters Helping Each Other We are a group of people who pull our hair. If you join THEO you will find help and support from many smart, caring, and loving individuals.

Trichees This email list is designed as a safe place for people with Trichotillomania to discuss TTM and work toward the goals of remission or acceptance.

TricheesOnelist a small friendly email list for individuals with trich who are actively trying to stop. Send an email to Trichees-subscribe@onelist.com with "subscribe" in the main text.

Trichotillomania-Friends Anyone who has trich or has a relative or friend with trich is welcome to join. We aim to include all opinions and age groups and talk on issues mainly related to trich but also sharing some of our other lives.

TTM in OZ For Australian sufferers of Trich where we share advice, offer support and can talk freely about our experiences with Trich.

Internet Message Boards

Brenda C's site and message board

Judy' s Trich Group

Leah's Teen Trich Group

Nancy's Trichotillomania Support Group

Skin Picking

Together in OZ

Trich UK

Personal Sites and Support

Amanda DiBart's site

Amanda van Rensburg's site

BrenDakota's Site

Chronicles of an Abnormal Life A personal blog about lfe, and trich... "Drawing on my eyebrows is irritating though, and being 25% bald is downright terrifying and embarrassing. I feel like a huge freak, which I'm sure doesn't help the pulling urges. I hate not being able to swim with other people. I loved having my long wet hair flowing around my shoulders when I swam. I hate not being able to leave the house or even my room without a bandana on. I hate clogging up the vacuum cleaner, and having to pick hair clumps off of my clothes when they come out of the washer. It sucks!"

Helen's Trichotillomania Pages

International Trichotillomania Day

Mari's Site

Noelani Yuen's Site

Robin's Homepage

Sistahs With Trich

Tracy's Trich Page

Trich 101

Important Information About Resources
By including information about support groups, books and videos 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.

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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