Which of the following is true regarding Trichotillomania?

Ans. D. Repetitive hair pulling driven by increasing tensionHair-pulling disorder* Chronic disorder- repetitive hair pulling, leading to variable hair loss that may be visible to others.* Aka Trichotillomania-- coined by French dermatologist Francois Hallopeau's (1889)* Typical findings- area of incomplete alopecia* Before engaging in behavior, pts may experience increasing sense of tension & achieve sense of release or gratification from pulling out their hair.* All areas of body may be affected. Most commonly the Scalp.* Other areas involved -- eyebrows, eyelashes, beard* Trunk, armpit, pubic area -- less commonly involved