What question did this study set out to answer?

To explore the prevalence and implications of compulsive exercise in adults with trichotillomania and skin picking disorder.

March 12, 2026Journal of Behavioral Addictions0 citationsOpen Access

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Compulsive exercise in adults with trichotillomania and skin picking disorder

SBSophie BoutouisUniversity of Chicago JGJ. E. GrantUniversity of Chicago

Key Points

To explore the prevalence and implications of compulsive exercise in adults with trichotillomania and skin picking disorder.
Survey of emotional traits in patients with trichotillomania and skin picking disorder
Assessment of levels of compulsive exercise
Evaluation of openness to experience, aggression, anger, and hostility
Compulsive exercise is prevalent among adults with trichotillomania and skin picking disorder.
Lower openness to experience is noted in individuals engaging in compulsive exercise.
Higher levels of trait aggression, anger, and hostility are associated with compulsive exercise.

Abstract

CE appears to be common in adults with trichotillomania and skin picking disorder, and CE is associated with lower openness to experience and higher trait aggression, anger, and hostility. Mental health providers should screen for CE in these patients and consider how these dimensional traits may influence treatment outcomes.

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Boutouis et al. (Mon,) studied this question.

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