September 2016 in “Springer eBooks” Looking older on the outside might be linked to aging faster on the inside and can be affected by lifestyle choices and health risks.
June 2000 in “British Journal of Clinical Psychology” The reviews critique three psychology books, noting skepticism about a personality inventory for teens, praising a practical guide on body image issues, and recommending a book on grief therapy.
January 2026 in “British Journal of Health Psychology” Alopecia affects self-confidence, body image, and social interactions, causing distress and requiring better support and awareness.
June 2022 in “European Psychiatry” Eating disorders in gender dysphoria patients may be a coping mechanism for body image issues.
October 2023 in “The Open public health journal” Alopecia greatly affects Greek women's daily life, relationships, and self-image, with mixed social support and dissatisfaction with treatments.
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July 1999 in “Clinics in Sports Medicine” Athletes use steroids to enhance performance despite health risks and legal issues, and education on their dangers is needed.
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January 2009 in “Elsevier eBooks” Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa are complex eating disorders with increasing incidence among young females, significant morbidity, and varying mortality rates, requiring more research for better treatment.
February 2026 in “Psycho-Oncologie” Alopecia areata causes significant psychological distress in cancer patients, needing integrated care.
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February 2018 in “International Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism” The questionnaire is valid and reliable but needs more testing for future predictions.
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April 2022 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Androgenetic alopecia causes significant psychological distress, especially in women, and requires both medical and psychological support.
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June 2023 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” People with skin diseases feel more stigmatized than those without.
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July 2019 in “International archives of internal medicine” Common skin conditions can greatly affect a person's mental health and social life.
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June 2015 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Patients with hair loss are much more likely to have body dysmorphic disorder than general dermatology patients.
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March 2021 in “Dermatology and therapy” Researchers created a new tool to measure the effects of alopecia areata from the patient's view, focusing on hair loss, daily life, and emotional health.
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March 2021 in “Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology” Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) symptoms vary globally, with bloating, high cholesterol, and glucose levels being common; the current diagnostic criteria may need refining.
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January 2015 in “Advances in Psychosomatic Medicine” Many skin patients also have mental health issues, and doctors should treat both together.
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April 2007 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Dermatologists can help detect and manage eating disorders by recognizing skin changes.
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May 2003 in “Journal of health psychology” Women with excess body hair feel psychological distress influenced by societal beauty standards, but distress isn't directly linked to the amount of hair.
July 2012 in “Hair transplant forum international” Hair transplant improved self-perception in hair loss patients, but some still remained overly focused on their hair appearance.
March 2026 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” Lower illness acceptance is linked to more body dysmorphic disorder symptoms in patients with body modifications.
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April 2022 in “Journal of Personalized Medicine” Powered exoskeleton training improves body perception and quality of life in spinal cord injury patients.
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October 2025 in “Human Reproduction” Women with PCOS often face anxiety, depression, and low body appreciation, especially if they have alopecia, obesity, or a history of mental health issues.
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June 2025 in “Preprints.org” Aesthetic medicine is focusing more on patient needs and using new technologies, but ethical issues and regulation challenges need attention.
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June 2009 in “Current Medical Research and Opinion” Most men with hair loss worry, try self-treatments, and delay doctor visits due to cost, uncertainty, and embarrassment.
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July 2015 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks” Testosterone therapy can improve sexual function in women but long-term safety is unclear.
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October 2022 in “Advances in Therapy” Current treatments for Alopecia Areata are unsatisfactory and need improvement.
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January 1998 in “Dermatology” Men who think they are losing hair feel worse about themselves, especially if they are younger.
November 2025 in “Cosmoderma” We should value inner beauty and individuality over artificial beauty.
March 2017 in “InTech eBooks” Acne vulgaris is a common skin condition that can cause low self-esteem and depression, and early treatment is important to prevent scarring.