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research Hair Loss Dysmorphic Disorder – a Frequently Encountered and Often Neglected Disorder
Most people worried about abnormal hair loss actually have psychological issues like depression or anxiety.
research Frequency of body dysmorphic disorder among patients with complaints of hair loss
Patients with hair loss are much more likely to have body dysmorphic disorder than general dermatology patients.
research Selenium in the supplement as the probable cause of hair loss and nail dystrophy
Too much selenium can cause hair loss and nail problems.
research Evaluation of body dysmorphic disorder in hair loss patients and benefit after hair restoration
Hair transplant improved self-perception in hair loss patients, but some still remained overly focused on their hair appearance.
research A comparative study of histopathologic features in alopecia areata and pattern hair loss
The study found certain scalp biopsy features can help tell apart alopecia areata from pattern hair loss even when typical immune cells are not seen.
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5 / 33 resultscommunity Hair Loss Ruins Your Mind: 10x rate of BDD. PF S is not real
Hair loss is linked to a higher rate of body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), OCD, and depression. Finasteride and dutasteride are not linked to increased suicidal risk, though some users report mental health side effects.
community Hairloss is mentally exhausting
The conversation is about the mental toll of hair loss and seeking alternatives to finasteride. Suggestions include using minoxidil, considering pumpkin seed oil, and possibly seeking counseling for body dysmorphic disorder.
community What is up with all these body dysmorphic posts lately?
The conversation discusses concerns about body dysmorphia related to hair loss, with some users expressing frustration over posts claiming treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are ineffective or harmful despite minimal hair loss. It emphasizes the importance of early treatment with medications like finasteride and minoxidil for those experiencing hair loss.
community Hair Loss "a matter of survival" in South Korea
South Korea's president is advocating for hereditary hair loss to be covered by national health insurance due to its impact on mental health and daily functioning. The discussion highlights the societal pressure in South Korea regarding appearance and the potential benefits of treating hair loss to improve mental health.
community Solving Hair Loss with Research at MIT
Hair loss treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, TDM-105795, and PP405. MIT is hosting a hackathon to find innovative hair loss solutions.