Trichotillomania and Beauty Norms

Max points: 5 Type: TEDx Talk

A powerful talk about living with trichotillomania, the stigma of visible hair loss, and the struggle between beauty standards and self-acceptance. The speaker shares her journey of shame, resilience, and pride, encouraging others to embrace their appearance and challenge society's narrow definitions of beauty.

Channel: TEDx Duration: 0:09:24

Questions

1. At what stage of life did the speaker say trichotillomania often begins?

Old age Childhood Adulthood Puberty

2. What cultural issue did the speaker highlight as the biggest problem for people with trichotillomania?

Fear of hospitals Cultural stigma and shame High treatment costs Lack of medication

3. What percentage of the U.S. population is estimated to experience trichotillomania?

20% 2–4% 10–15% Less than 1%

4. What broader message about beauty did the speaker share?

Makeup is always harmful Approval from others defines beauty True beauty is self-acceptance Beauty is only physical

5. What disorder does the speaker discuss in the talk?

Trichotillomania Bulimia Anorexia Dermatillomania

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