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research Psychological aspects of hyperandrogenic states in late adolescent and young women
Young women with high male hormone levels or PCOS often feel more psychological distress and have a lower quality of life.
research Psychological aspects of hair disease
Men with hair loss may have lower self-esteem and could benefit from treatment and psychological support.
research Psychological Aspects of Hair Disorders: Consideration for Dermatologists, Cosmetologists, Aesthetic, and Plastic Surgeons
Hair loss can cause stress and mental health issues, so treatments should address both the physical and psychological aspects, involving a team of dermatologists, psychologists, and hair specialists.
research Psychological Aspects of Hair Loss
Hair loss can cause and be caused by psychological issues.
research Psychological Aspect of Alopecia
Hair loss can significantly impact a person's mental health, causing issues like anxiety and depression, and stress can trigger hair loss.
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5 / 399 resultscommunity 2 months minoxidill progress and my pyschology went better than my hair
A user shared a 2-month progress picture showing improvement in hair loss using minoxidil, a derma roller, ketoconazole shampoo, and oils. They also discussed the psychological aspect of believing in the treatment's effectiveness and mentioned not using finasteride.
community Starting Propecia with pre-existing erecticle dysfunction
A 19-year-old with diffuse hair thinning and erectile dysfunction is considering starting Propecia (finasteride) while already using a minoxidil solution with anti-androgens. Concerns are raised about the psychological nature of erectile dysfunction and the potential systemic effects of anti-androgens, with suggestions to address porn addiction and consult a doctor about hormone therapy.
community Parents think that I need a therapist because I obsess over my hair loss
A 19-year-old is concerned about going bald and disagrees with their parents who suggest therapy, believing hair loss will negatively impact their life. Some suggest therapy can help with the emotional aspects, while others support using finasteride and focusing on what makes the individual happy.
community Common hair-loss drug consistently associated with higher rates of psychiatric harm
Finasteride and dutasteride can cause psychiatric side effects like depression and suicidal thoughts in some users, especially those with a history of mental health issues. While some users experience positive hair growth results, others face severe psychological effects, raising concerns about their safety and the need for careful monitoring.
community “Just shave it” is bullshit
Accepting hair loss and not taking drastic measures like shaving your head if you are only mildly balding, and encouraging people to fight it with treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, nizoral and microneedling. Additionally, it discusses the importance of being realistic when trying to restore hair and addressing the misconception that one must look a certain way in order to be attractive.