trichotillomania, hair-pulling disorder
Conditions
Interventions
Sponsors
National Research Foundation
Stikland Psychiatric Hospital
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Diagnosis of HPD Access to laptop/computer with reliable internet access 18 years or older
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Younger than 18 years. Does not have HPD. Has a serious medical condition or a previous head injury (this may impact on findings). A diagnosis of depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, substance use disorder or any other significant mental disorder (other than HPD). Cannot understand or speak English (many of the tests used in the project, as well as the chosen intervention, is only available in English). Have received cognitive training before (previous ¿brain training¿ games on cell phone and/or computer allowed). Do not have access to a laptop or desktop computer with reliable internet connection at home. On a psychotropic medication for less than 6 weeks before starting the trial. However, will remain eligible if receiving treatment at time of screening, provided the following restrictions are met: * Are only receiving a single psychotropic medication * The medication you are being treated with, have been taken at a steady dose, for at least 8 weeks and effect stabilizing according to psychiatrist. Undergoing therapy. However you will remain eligible if you are receiving treatment from a psychologist or other mental health clinician at time of screening and continue to do so for the duration of the trial.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Hair-pulling Symptoms | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Emotional Regulation;Working Memory;Impulse Control | — |
Countries
South Africa
Contacts
Public ContactDerine Sandenbergh
Principle investigator
Outcome results
None listed