Breaking the Cycle: Memantine in Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors
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Exploring Memantine's Effectiveness in Treating Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors
This chapter reviews a study on the effectiveness of memantine for treating body-focused repetitive behaviors such as trichotillomania and skin-picking disorder. With 100 participants in a double-blind trial, results indicate a notable improvement in those receiving memantine, especially among those with severe symptoms, suggesting its potential as a viable treatment option.
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