6 citations
,
April 2015 in “Behavioural Brain Research” Finasteride worsens stress effects on sensory processes, possibly linking to anxiety/depression.
9 citations
,
March 2018 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” The Spanish version of the Hair Specific Skindex-29 scale is a reliable and valid way to measure the impact of hair loss on women's quality of life.
April 2026 in “Brain Sciences” Finasteride may cause depression and suicidal thoughts, especially in young men.
January 2026 in “SSRN Electronic Journal”
Gender-diverse individuals face more depression and anxiety, possibly due to unique stress profiles.
1 citations
,
April 2019 in “The Journal of urology/The journal of urology” Marijuana use is linked to higher chances of needing treatment for urinary symptoms in men over 40.
36 citations
,
January 1998 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” The questionnaire effectively measures men's perceived hair growth and can distinguish between different treatments and dosages.
April 2025 in “African Journal of Biomedical Research” Breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy often worry, lose weight, and cope by praying, meditating, or seeking support.
June 2023 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Baricitinib was effective and safe for severe hair loss treatment over 6 months.
Adult acne significantly affects quality of life, highlighting the need for early treatment to prevent scarring and psychological stress.
5 citations
,
October 2020 in “Brain Research Bulletin” Etifoxine, an anxiety drug, can lessen brain inflammation and cognitive issues in mice, partly by increasing production of protective brain steroids.
December 2024 in “Value in Health” A comprehensive approach is needed to accurately assess alopecia areata severity and guide treatment decisions.
June 2025 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” Male pattern baldness doesn't significantly affect mental health or sexual well-being.
1 citations
,
January 2025 in “JEADV Clinical Practice” Disease-specific tools better assess alopecia areata's impact on quality of life.
3 citations
,
December 2020 in “Polski merkuriusz lekarski : organ Polskiego Towarzystwa Lekarskiego” People with androgenetic alopecia often experience high stress, but the stress doesn't affect how the disease progresses or how well different treatments work.
57 citations
,
April 2019 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Alopecia areata involves immune system imbalances that may lead to depression and anxiety.
July 2024 in “Occupational Medicine” Higher cortisol levels are linked to poor coping, while higher DHEA levels are linked to job confidence.
5 citations
,
December 2022 in “International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health” Alopecia Areata affects both patients and their cohabitants' quality of life and emotional well-being.
6 citations
,
December 2008 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Escitalopram might effectively treat delusions of parasitosis and possibly Morgellons disease, with psychological factors being important to consider.
August 2024 in “medRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Finasteride has various adverse effects, including sexual dysfunction and mental health issues, which vary by age and gender.
40 citations
,
November 2011 in “American Journal of Human Biology” Stress from being transgender is linked to higher blood pressure at night and more inflammation, which may affect heart health.
September 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Seborrheic dermatitis affects quality of life and sleep, linked to stress and nervous system changes.
16 citations
,
October 2018 in “BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine” Crataeva nurvala leaves may help reduce anxiety and improve sleep.
July 2023 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Seeing trauma causes fear in mice by lowering their natural fear-reducing hormones.
June 1985 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”
5 citations
,
September 2012 in “The Journal of Urology” Early hair loss may indicate future prostate issues.
1 citations
,
October 2023 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” Testosterone treatment may affect heart response to stress in transgender men.
46 citations
,
September 2002 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Women with hair loss often feel depressed, while men are more anxious and aggressive.
8 citations
,
August 2024 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” A comprehensive scoring system for alopecia areata severity is needed.
6 citations
,
January 2017 in “Dermato-endocrinology” ADT-G may be a useful indicator of increased androgen levels in women with acne and can be lowered with certain birth control pills.