research Patient Perspectives of the Social, Emotional and Functional Impact of Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Literature Review
Alopecia areata greatly harms quality of life, causing emotional and social issues.
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research ‘Hirsutism’: A Psychological Analysis
Women with excess body hair feel psychological distress influenced by societal beauty standards, but distress isn't directly linked to the amount of hair.
research ‘The psychosocial burden of alopecia areata and androgenetica’: a cross‐sectional multicentre study among dermatological out‐patients in 13 European countries
People with hair loss conditions experience more anxiety, depression, and a lower quality of life than those without these conditions.
research Quality of Life in Alopecia Areata: A Sample of Tunisian Patients
Alopecia areata significantly worsens quality of life, suggesting a need for mental health support.
research How to distinguish medicalization from over-medicalization?
The article suggests using four questions to tell apart necessary medicalization from excessive medicalization, focusing on problem significance, social expectations, medical understanding, and effective resolution.
research Sexuality in premature ovarian insufficiency
Premature ovarian insufficiency (POI) can harm women's sexual health, and they may benefit from hormone therapy and counseling.
research The associated burden of mental health conditions in alopecia areata: a population‐based study in UK primary care*
People with alopecia areata have a higher risk of depression and anxiety, and often face unemployment and work absences.
research The Enigma of the Stigma of Hair Loss: Why is Cancer-Treatment Related Alopecia so Traumatic for Women?
Hair loss from cancer treatment is very distressing for women due to its impact on self-image and social stigma.
research Psychosocial impact of alopecia areata in paediatric and adolescent populations: A systematic review
Alopecia areata negatively affects the self-esteem and quality of life of children and teens.
research Cystitis Due to Cytoxan: Case Report
A woman developed severe bladder inflammation after cancer treatment with Cytoxan.
research Predictors and mechanisms of self‐stigma in five chronic skin diseases: A systematic review
Targeting psychosocial factors can help reduce self-stigma in people with chronic skin diseases.
research The Diagnosis and Management of Hirsutism
The article explains how to identify and treat excessive hair growth in women, which can be distressing and may signal other health problems.
research Psychology’s medicalization of male baldness
The article suggests that the view of male baldness as a medical issue is influenced by commercial bias and calls for more unbiased research.
research Psychosocial Impairment as a Possible Cause of Sexual Dysfunction among Young Men with Mild Androgenetic Alopecia: A Cross-sectional Crowdsourcing Web-based Study.
Young men with mild hair loss who experience significant social and emotional distress are more likely to have sexual problems.
research Body Dysmorphic Disorder, Psychiatric Symptoms, and Quality of Life in Female Dermatological Patients
Women with skin conditions who have body image concerns often experience mental health issues and a lower quality of life.
research Management of autoimmune associated alopecia areata
Treatments for autoimmune hair loss have limited success and often relapse, and emotional support is crucial for those affected.
research Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Persistent Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia Among Women With Breast Cancer
Asian women with breast cancer experience the highest rates of long-term hair loss and related distress after chemotherapy.
research Hair loss severity and its impact on quality of life in patients suffering from androgenic alopecia: A one-year cross-sectional study
Severe hair loss significantly worsens quality of life.
research Androgenetic Alopecia in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Cutaneous Marker of Systemic Metabo-inflammatory and Endocrine Dysfunction: A Narrative Review
Androgenetic alopecia in PCOS is linked to insulin resistance, inflammation, and genetics, not just hormones.
research Alopecia Areata: Unseen Burdens and Unmet Needs – Comment on ‘The most impactful aspects of living with alopecia areata among patients commencing systemic treatments: Evaluating patients’ perspectives to guide therapy’
Alopecia areata causes significant emotional distress, requiring treatments that focus on mental health and social support, not just hair regrowth.
research High Curl Pattern Hair and Scalp Care Considerations to Mitigate Seborrheic Dermatitis
More research is needed to create personalized treatments for seborrheic dermatitis in people with curly hair.
research Expert consensus on systemic treatment activation and grading evaluation for alopecia areata
Experts recommend starting systemic treatment for alopecia areata when the condition is severe or causes significant distress.
research Generalized anxiety disorder symptoms and daily social behavior predict hair cortisol concentration
Higher anxiety symptoms and social behavior affect stress levels in hair.
research Nutrition and Its Relationship to Physical Appearance in Children with Cancer
Good nutrition improves appearance and well-being in children with cancer.
research The Burden of Alopecia Areata and Management with Baricitinib in the United Arab Emirates: A Narrative Review
Baricitinib is a promising treatment for alopecia areata in the UAE, but there are challenges with data and access.
research Psychological Dimensions of Hair Transplantation: A Narrative Review of Current Evidence
Hair transplantation improves self-esteem and social confidence, but managing expectations and psychological risks is crucial for success.
research Discontinuation and restart of Janus kinase inhibitors due to pregnancy in alopecia areata: a case series
Stopping and restarting JAK inhibitors during pregnancy in women with alopecia areata leads to hair loss and regrowth, with most pregnancies resulting in healthy babies.
research Modelo de Riesgo Psicosocial Retrospectivo para Efluvio Telógeno Post-Hospitalario en Pacientes con Úlceras por Presión
Psychosocial distress significantly contributes to hair loss in patients with pressure ulcers after hospital discharge.
research The emotional impact of alopecia and role of psychological interventions in supporting patients with hair loss
Psychological therapies can improve wellbeing in people with hair loss.
research Evaluating Scarring Alopecia Therapies from the Patient Perspective: Knowledge, Barriers to Care, and Treatment Satisfaction
Improving education, insurance, and support can help scarring alopecia patients access better care.