I've had trichotillomania for 13 years and bald patches. I'm building the app I always needed. Ask me anything.
I've had trich for 13 years. I'm building an app for us. I need your help.
I want to be upfront: I'm not a researcher. I'm not a therapist. I'm one of you.
I've been pulling since I was a kid. I have bald patches right now. I've spent years hiding them — specific hairstyles, avoiding wind, panicking before photos. The urge gets worst exactly when I need to hold it together: presentations, first dates, serious conversations.
I've tried the generic habit apps. They don't get it. The urge to pull isn't like wanting to check your phone. It's physical. It's almost relieving, until it isn't.
I'm a college student, and I've decided to build the tool I always wished existed. Something that understands the triggers. The shame spiral. The split second before it happens.
Before I write a single line of code, I want to talk to as many of you as possible.
Three questions I really want to discuss:
- What situation makes it almost impossible to resist?
- Has anything ever actually helped — even a little?
- What would a truly useful tool do for you?
DM me or reply here. I read everything. This community is the reason I'm doing this.