Hair Loss Has Broken Me. I'm An Old Haggard Man at Age 23. 11/7/2015
A 23-year-old feels devastated by hair loss despite using Minoxidil and finasteride since age 18, and is advised to embrace baldness, improve physical fitness, and consider hair systems. The conversation emphasizes self-acceptance, confidence, and exploring new interests to improve mental well-being.
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