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research Psychology of Hair Loss Patients and Importance of Counseling
Hair loss patients need psychological counseling to cope better.
research The psychology of hair loss and its implications for patient care
Hair loss can significantly affect a person's self-esteem and body image, especially in young people, those who value their looks highly, and women.
research Effect of camouflaging agents on psychologic well-being: A cross-sectional survey of hair loss patients
Camouflaging agents like hair fibers and wigs significantly improve appearance and self-esteem for most hair loss patients.
research Three cases of hair loss analyzed by the point of view of the analytical psychology
Psychological stress and personal history are significant factors in hair loss.
research Male pattern hair loss: prevention rather than regrowth
Preventing hair loss is more effective than regrowth; oral finasteride is a realistic option.
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5 / 50 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 Assorted Thoughts on Psychology of Hairloss
The user has been on finasteride for 8 years to treat hair loss and is experiencing obsessive thoughts about balding. They discuss the psychological impact of hair loss and the different ways people on hair loss forums cope, either by shaving their heads or seeking treatments.
community Hair loss research is a money grab
Hair loss is linked to DHT, with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil being common but not definitive. Economic interests influence research, and there is potential for new treatments like PP405 and RU58841.
community 1 year of finasteride, minoxidil (capsules) and rosemary oil. (Side note I also… lost weight, had a LOT of therapy for unresolved childhood trauma and started arresting my unhelpful thinking/ useless self hatred/ judging myself and others/ hair loss) 🥹
The user shared a one-year progress of treating hair loss with finasteride, minoxidil capsules, and rosemary oil, and also improved mental health by addressing childhood trauma and changing negative thought patterns. Commenters congratulated the user on both hair regrowth and mental health progress, with one asking for advice on overcoming self-hatred and low confidence.
community How do we only have two treatments to combat hair loss at this point in time?
The post discusses frustration over the limited and not always effective treatments for hair loss, mainly Minoxidil and Finasteride. The conversation includes mentions of potential new treatments like GT20029, HMI-115, CosmeRNA, KX-826, and microneedling, but also highlights the challenges of funding and prioritizing research in this area.