Stanford Skin Picking Study

Our research group at Stanford Psychiatry is conducting an exciting new study to understand the mechanisms underlying skin picking behavior to help inform the development of new treatments.

Who is eligible?

• Individuals with Skin Picking Disorder or Prader-Willi Syndrome

• Ages 10 to 25 years old

• Engage in skin picking daily

What does it involve?

• In-person visit to Stanford University

• Behavioral and cognitive assessments

• Measurement of brain activity

Benefits of Participating:

• $100 dollars honorarium for full participation

• Travel-related expenses will be provided

• Improve understanding of skin picking behavior