Why Autistic Kids Pull Others’ Hair (And What It Actually Means) Hair pulling can look scary fast — especially when it’s aimed at someone else. But in neurodivergent kids, this behavior is usually not aggression. It’s often: • sensory seeking • a fast way to get attention • an impulse that outruns self-control When adults respond by blocking calmly, offering a safer sensory outlet, and teaching a replacement action, the behavior drops much faster than punishment ever does. Understanding the why
1:58
Why Autistic Kids Pull Others’ Hair (And What It Actually Means) Hair …
5.3K views1 month ago
FacebookDr. Mark Bowers
No Page Found - optimistminds
No Page Found - optimistminds
Jan 19, 2021
optimistminds.com
Why do some people pull out their hair? Trichotillomania explained.
1:09
Why do some people pull out their hair? Trichotillomania explained.
Jun 2, 2022
aol.comRebecca Corey
🧠 Can Your Hair Get So Weak That It Falls Out Without Pain? Yes — and here’s how that happens. 1️⃣ Hair Grows in 4 Phases (Kattangal): • Anagen – Growth phase (2–7 years) • Catagen – Transition phase • Telogen – Resting phase • Exogen – Shedding phase 2️⃣ What Weakens Hair Roots? When something affects the anagen (growth) phase, the hair root loses its grip. Causes include: • Severe illness • Nutritional deficiencies • Chemotherapy • Surgery • Post-pregnancy changes • Crash dieting • Psychologi
2:10
🧠 Can Your Hair Get So Weak That It Falls Out Without Pain? Yes — an…
496.1K views6 months ago
FacebookSandy Jacob
Hair pulling and skin picking: How to help your child stop repetitive behaviors
Hair pulling and skin picking: How to help your child stop repetitive b…
Feb 28, 2023
ucdavis.edu
Hair-pulling in kids: why it happens and how to stop it - Netmums
Hair-pulling in kids: why it happens and how to stop it - Netmums
Jan 18, 2023
netmums.com
Medical & Health ⚕️ on Instagram: "Pulling out your hair might seem like a small habit... but the damage can be much deeper than you think. When a hair is forcefully removed, the follicle can become injured, increasing the risk of permanent hair loss, scarring, and even infections if the skin breaks. This behavior is often linked to stress or anxiety, silently affecting emotional well-being and self-esteem. Taking care of your mental and physical health is essential to prevent long-term conseque
0:09
Medical & Health ⚕️ on Instagram: "Pulling out your hair might seem …
3.8K views2 months ago
Instagrammedicoshealth_
Overcoming Hair Pulling Disorders: Personal Journey
56.6K viewsFeb 4, 2025
TikTokluislunah
5 Mistakes To Avoid When Growing Your Hair!
483.3K viewsOct 23, 2020
YouTubeRobin James
Understanding Hair Pulling in Mental Health
117.5K viewsOct 3, 2024
TikTokeynjeluh_
Impulsive Haircut Journey With Emily
3.8M viewsJan 28, 2023
TikTokpeachygurllxo
Understanding Hair Pulling and Its Effects
175.3K viewsFeb 7, 2025
TikToktuff.edits.inc
2:59
Hair Up
32.4M viewsDec 25, 2016
YouTubeJustin Timberlake - Topic
4:44
Hair Pulling Defense
71K viewsAug 10, 2019
YouTubeInstinct Defense Academy
6:46
DEFENSE from a HAIR PULL - WOMENS SELF DEFENSE
64.7K viewsJul 30, 2020
YouTubeNick Drossos Defensive Tactics
5:25
Pulling hair defence
10.5K viewsDec 13, 2019
YouTubeEbi's World247 Martial Arts
7:00
HOW TO PULL OUT A TOOTH!
1.8M viewsJan 24, 2017
YouTubeTHE WEISS LIFE
5:30
How to Defend Against Hair Pulling
209.8K viewsJun 28, 2018
YouTubeMaster Wong
0:42
Impulse | How to Remove the Bolt
13.4K viewsJan 13, 2021
YouTubeSavageAccuracy
3:18
Trichotillomania: How I Stopped Pulling My Hair
4.2K viewsDec 9, 2012
YouTubeJoan Kaylor
1:28
Trichotillomania aka Hairpulling | Child Psychology
21.8K viewsMay 4, 2012
YouTubeHowcast
2:05
5 Hair Grab Defenses - Women's Self-defense Techniques
248.4K viewsApr 14, 2020
YouTubeGracieBreakdown
2:59
What is Impulsivity? | Impulse Control | For Kids
70.2K viewsJun 9, 2021
YouTubeYouthful Minds
9:34
Growing out a pixie cut - 1 year progress
218.3K viewsJan 19, 2018
YouTubemissmai27
6:41
How to Grow your Hair Out - TheSalonGuy
1.7M viewsDec 7, 2020
YouTubeTheSalonGuy
8:00
7 Men's Buzz Cut Hairstyles To Try In 2020
1.1M viewsApr 24, 2020
YouTubeRobin James
2:40
What to Do If Assailant Grabs Your Hair | Self-Defense
437.8K viewsJul 6, 2013
YouTubeHowcast
3:32
Xzibit - Choke Me, Spank Me (Pull My Hair)
626.4K viewsMar 28, 2010
YouTubeo0P4PBOXING0o
11:08
How to control emotion and influence behavior | Dawn Goldwo…
550.9K viewsJul 25, 2016
YouTubeTEDx Talks
0:47
How to Defend Against Hair Pulling in a Girl Fight
618.3K viewsJul 10, 2014
YouTubefightTIPS
See more videos
Static thumbnail place holder