Quality of Life, Psychosocial Difficulties and Bullying in Pediatric Patients with Alopecia Areata: A European Cross-Sectional Study

    August 2025 in “ British Journal of Dermatology ”
    Agathe Franz, Andria Constantinou, Kathrin Hillmann, Vasiliki Chasapi, Sergio Vañó‐Galván, Sophie Leducq, A. Maruani, C. Abasq, Bianca Maria Piraccini, Lidia Rudnicka, Carolina Prat Torres, Michela Starace, Anna Waśkiel‐Burnat, Jan Pfetsch, Ulrike Blume‐Peytavi
    TLDR Adolescents with alopecia areata face more bullying and emotional challenges, needing support to improve their quality of life.
    A European cross-sectional study highlights that adolescents with alopecia areata (AA) experience significant psychosocial difficulties, including increased bullying and emotional challenges, compared to their healthy peers. The study suggests that targeted interventions aimed at reducing stigma and supporting the mental and emotional wellbeing of pediatric patients with AA are crucial. It emphasizes the importance of a collaborative approach involving dermatologists, psychologists, and educators to potentially enhance the quality of life (QoL) for these young individuals.
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