Kendra often has her hair in her hands and pulls at it. When she is nervous, she tends to pull some of it out, which helps her feel better. Most of the time she does not even realize she is doing this. Which diagnosis would Kendra likely receive?

A) body dysmorphic disorder
B) trichotillomania
C) excoriation
D) delusional disorder


Answer: B

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