RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07224126

Technology Assisted Treatment of Trichotillomania: Open Trial

Technology Assisted Treatment for Trichotillomania: Open Trial


Sponsor

HabitAware Inc.

Enrollment

10 participants

Start Date

Sep 15, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

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.


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is testing a technology-assisted treatment program for adults with trichotillomania (TTM) — a condition where people repeatedly pull out their hair and find it very difficult to stop. The program uses a smartphone app along with a wearable wristband device (called Keen2) to help people become more aware of and reduce their hair-pulling behavior. **You may be eligible if...** - You are 18 years or older with a confirmed diagnosis of trichotillomania - English is your primary language - You own or have consistent access to an iPhone (Apple iOS) - You are not currently receiving active treatment for trichotillomania, or you have been in treatment for at least 6 weeks without improvement - You have reliable internet access and can meet virtually for 90-minute sessions - You can identify a support person who can be contacted in an emergency **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You are currently having thoughts of harming yourself or others - You have a diagnosis of a psychotic disorder, severe depression, or another condition that could prevent you from fully engaging with the app Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALKeen2 Predictive Awareness Bracelet

The Keen2 is a wrist-worn awareness bracelet paired with a mobile app that helps individuals with trichotillomania recognize and reduce hair-pulling behavior. The bracelet uses motion sensors to detect hand movements consistent with pulling and delivers gentle vibration alerts to increase awareness. During the first four weeks, participants log contextual information about each detected episode, including emotional state, location, and activity. Based on these data, the system delivers predictive vibration alerts during weeks five through eight to prompt behavior change strategies across three domains: (1) stimulus control, (2) competing response training, and (3) coping strategies.


Locations(1)

Department of Psychological Sciences

Kent, Ohio, United States

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