Revisiting repetitive behaviors: A case series on compulsive sexual behavior disorder, trichotillomania, non-suicidal self-injury, and binge eating disorder

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The analysis reveals shared impulsive and compulsive features in compulsive sexual behavior disorder, trichotillomania, binge eating disorder, and non-suicidal self-injury.
Glutamatergic medications may offer new treatment avenues, with potential efficacy across the impulsive-compulsive spectrum.
Further exploration into the glutamatergic system's role is essential for advancing treatment strategies and understanding these disorders.
Insights into neurobiological mechanisms related to repetitive behaviors may aid in developing effective therapeutic approaches.

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This case series examines impulsive and compulsive traits in four disorders, suggesting glutamatergic treatments may be beneficial.

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