Actively Recruiting
Technology Assisted Treatment of Trichotillomania: Open Trial
Led by HabitAware Inc. · Updated on 2025-11-10
10
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
16 weeks
Total Duration
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Sponsors
H
HabitAware Inc.
Lead Sponsor
N
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
Collaborating Sponsor
AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
This open-label feasibility trial evaluates the use of the Keen2 awareness bracelet for adults with trichotillomania (hair-pulling disorder). Participants will use the bracelet for eight weeks. During the first four weeks, they will wear the device and log contextual information (such as emotions, location, and activity) after each detected hair-pulling episode. Based on these data, participants will then receive tailored predictive alerts designed to support use of stimulus control, competing responses, and coping strategies. The study will assess usability, adherence, and changes in self-reported hair-pulling severity and awareness.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Technology Assisted Treatment of Trichotillomania: Open Trial
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- 18 years of age with a diagnosis of trichotillomania
- Must report English as their primary language
- No current pharmacological or psychosocial treatment for trichotillomania OR at least 6-week course without change in treatment
- Reliable and consistent access to internet and/or mobile device allowing virtual meetings for 90 minutes
- Own or have access to a mobile phone running Apple's iOS
- Identify a support person reachable in case of emergency
- Agree to share home address, mobile number, and alternate contact with HabitAware, Inc. for device mailing and setup
You will not qualify if you...
- Current suicidal or homicidal ideation, intent, or plan
- Diagnosis of psychiatric disorders that may limit app use, such as psychotic disorder or major depressive disorder
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Department of Psychological Sciences
Kent, Ohio, United States, 44242
Actively Recruiting
Research Team
C
Christopher Flessner, PhD
CONTACT
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
NA
Model
SINGLE_GROUP
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
1
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