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Helpful Resources

External support, research, and community resources for SP

Organizations

TLC Foundation for BFRBs

Leading research and advocacy organization bfrb.org

International OCD Foundation

Resources for OC-related disorders iocdf.org

Canadian BFRB Support Network

Support for Canadian community canadianbfrb.org

Crisis Support

If you're in crisis, please reach out for immediate help.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

988 (US) - Available 24/7

Crisis Text Line

Text HOME to 741741

International Association for Suicide Prevention

Find crisis centers worldwide

Find a Therapist

IOCDF Provider Database

Therapists specialized in BFRBs Find a provider

Psychology Today

Search for therapists by location psychologytoday.com

ADAA Therapist Directory

Anxiety and Depression Association adaa.org/finding-help

Books & Research

"The Hair-Pulling Problem"

By Fred Penzel, Ph.D.

"Skin Picking: The Freedom to Finally Stop"

By Annette Pasternak, Ph.D.

PubMed Research Database

Peer-reviewed scientific studies pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Online Communities

r/Dermatillomania & r/Trichotillomania

Reddit support communities reddit.com

BFRB Support Groups

Virtual and in-person groups via TLC Find a support group

Apps & Digital Tools

Stop Picking

That's us! Comprehensive tracking and support Get started free

HabitAware Keen Bracelet

Wearable awareness device habitaware.com

Disclaimer

These resources are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute medical advice. Always consult with qualified healthcare professionals for diagnosis and treatment. Stop Picking is not affiliated with these organizations and cannot guarantee the quality of external resources.