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Trichotillomania or hair-pulling disorder, is a mental health condition that is sometimes observed in individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). While not directly linked to autism, hair-pulling can be a manifestation of self-stimulatory or self-soothing behaviours that are common in individuals with ASD.
Further reading: https://www.trichstop.com/trichotillomania-and-autism