Air Force Veteran and retired law enforcement. I consider myself to be a highly sensitive person and very empathetic.

Hello my OCD is trichotillamania, hair pulling and skin picking worsened by anxiety, ptsd, depression and panic disorder. I have sensory issues related to sound and movement.I am seeking treatment and resources for trichotillamania.

[SCC1]

Welcome to the forum, Traymomm! You're at the right place here to talk about your concerns with OCD. You'll get lots of help!

[SCC1]

This is a very empathetic community.

[Lauragbr]

Welcome! Look up Shannon Shy, he is on Facebook, You Tube and Instagram. He is a retired marine, also a lawyer who had very bad OCD. He has helped many , many people, myself included with all types of OCD themes.

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Wow thank you so much. I appreciate the reference!

[lml885]

I can only recommend spending some time in a sensory deprivation room if you can find one, being in nature more, trying meditation and also spending less time on social media.

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Hello thank you. Yes I definitely look for sensory rooms at airports when i travel. J Woww from the show Jersey Shore has a son with Autism and had the first sensory room installed in the Barclay arena after his experience being overwhelmed by the noise. These rooms have been a huge relief.

[lml885]

EMDR eye movement desensitization reprocessing can help with alleviating trauma. And distraction and keeping your mind busy

[lml885]

you could also possibly be on the Autism spectrum.

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I have wondered about that. I'm awaiting a thorough evaluation with a new provider. Thank you!