6 citations
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December 2008 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Escitalopram might effectively treat delusions of parasitosis and possibly Morgellons disease, with psychological factors being important to consider.
January 2012 in “CINECA IRIS Institutial Research Information System (University of Genoa)” Hair cortisol reliably indicates stress in rabbits.
6 citations
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December 2016 in “Journal of Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders” Adults with trichotillomania do not have different pain sensitivity to cold pressor pain compared to healthy individuals.
Many young women have Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), which is often linked with irregular periods, depression, low self-esteem, and insomnia. Lifestyle and diet changes, along with regular counseling, can help manage these symptoms.
October 2023 in “Siriraj Medical Journal” Acne and hair loss in women can greatly lower their quality of life, but having polycystic ovarian syndrome does not.
February 2026 in “Molecules” A new method can quickly and accurately measure tobacco exposure and stress using a small hair sample.
19 citations
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July 2023 in “Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews” Endogenous neurosteroids may set a baseline mood.
January 2026 in “SKIN The Journal of Cutaneous Medicine” Androgenetic alopecia patients often experience higher rates of depression and anxiety, suggesting mental health screening before finasteride treatment.
May 2022 in “Brazilian Journal of Health Review” COVID-19 infection can cause temporary hair loss due to stress, treatment drugs, psychological impact, and pandemic-related stress.
1 citations
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May 2023 in “Ayna Klinik Psikoloji Dergisi” Alopecia Areata is linked to higher depression levels.
Holistic treatments like diet, exercise, and mental well-being should be prioritized for better PCOS management.
March 2020 in “The Egyptian Journal of Histology” Topical olive oil protects mice skin from harmful electromagnetic radiation.
October 2022 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Most children with rapid hair loss had a known cause, with stress and illness being top triggers, and treatments showed similar improvement.
16 citations
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January 2019 in “Neuropsychobiology” People with Lichen Planopilaris tend to be more depressed, have lower self-esteem, and a worse quality of life.
14 citations
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December 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” More people, especially Hispanic/Latinx, in certain NYC communities experienced temporary hair loss during the COVID-19 pandemic.
May 2025 in “Barongko Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan” Public education and support can change negative views about baldness.
November 2020 in “Reactions Weekly” Finasteride use linked to increased suicidality in patients under 45.
December 2025 in “Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports” Hair growth pathways are a promising and simpler method for detecting chronic stress.
May 2018 in “KU ScholarWorks (The University of Kansas)” Targeting 5α-reductase type 1 may help manage Tourette-like symptoms.
12 citations
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June 2003 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Some psychoactive drugs can cause skin reactions, with carbamazepine having a higher risk, and stopping the drug and seeing a dermatologist is important.
1 citations
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September 2019 in “Springer eBooks” Telogen effluvium is a condition that causes temporary hair loss due to stress or shock to the body.
August 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” People with certain skin disorders are more likely to have alcohol problems, especially if they also have mental health issues like depression and anxiety.
May 2020 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Stress hormone CRF causes hair loss and inhibits hair growth in human cells.
7 citations
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October 2021 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery” Hair loss patients need psychological counseling to cope better.
January 2020 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Stress hormone CRF causes hair loss and stops hair cell growth.
January 2008 in “Journal of Medicinal Chemistry” Finasteride may cause sexual and psychological side effects by affecting an enzyme related to epinephrine.
23 citations
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March 2009 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” Hair loss in men and women is linked to high stress hormone levels and other hormonal imbalances, suggesting treatments should be customized to each person's hormones.
April 2024 in “Middle East Fertility Society Journal” Higher anxiety levels are linked to sexual dysfunction in women with PCOS.
People with hair loss often experience lower quality of life, depression, and self-esteem issues.
1 citations
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September 2022 in “JMIR dermatology” Alopecia Areata greatly affects the quality of life and mental health of Canadian patients and their caregivers.