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December 2017 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Stress may trigger hair loss by affecting immune protection in hair follicles.
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June 2024 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Alopecia areata significantly affects mental health, especially in women and those with severe cases.
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September 2019 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Found 32 genes linked to male baldness, affecting hair growth and stress-related pathways.
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May 2021 in “Dermatologic Clinics” The conclusion is that hair loss in women is caused by a mix of hormonal, environmental, and genetic factors, and treatments should target these various causes.
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January 2022 in “Neurotoxicity Research” Botulinum toxin may help reduce stress-related hair loss.
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August 2023 in “Marine drugs” Collagen from tilapia scales may improve hair and skin health by reducing stress and inflammation and encouraging hair growth.
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September 2015 in “Journal of the Egyptian Women's Dermatologic Society (Print)” People with psoriasis and depression have lower BDNF levels, which could help measure depression in those with psoriasis.
April 2026 in “Research Square” UK postgraduate health students have limited understanding of alopecia, with many misconceptions, highlighting the need for better awareness.
Psychosocial distress significantly contributes to hair loss in patients with pressure ulcers after hospital discharge.
Premature graying of hair is linked to vitamin D and B12 deficiencies, thyroid issues, iron imbalance, stress, and lifestyle habits, and affects quality of life.
December 2023 in “Journal of family medicine and primary care” Hair loss in Saudi Arabia causes a low psychosocial impact, with less effect on those without a family history of hair loss.
November 2023 in “Curēus” Melatonin may help manage PCOS by improving insulin sensitivity, hormone balance, and mood.
67 citations
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March 2021 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Alopecia areata greatly harms quality of life, causing emotional and social issues.
54 citations
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April 2011 in “Journal of Multidisciplinary Healthcare” SLE patients often face depression and anxiety due to physical changes, with African-American and Hispanic patients having higher unmet psychological needs.
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January 2021 in “Dermatologic Therapy” COVID-19 may cause hair loss due to infection stress or treatments.
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May 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Most women in the study lost hair due to chronic shedding, with stress and nutrient deficiencies being common factors.
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October 2018 in “PLoS ONE” Stress can slow hair growth and affect skin color by impacting the body's stress response system.
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January 2021 in “PeerJ” Elephant tail-hair can show past stress levels, matching times when stressful events happened.
April 2026 in “Portuguese Journal of Dermatology and Venereology” COVID-19 and its vaccines can cause various skin issues due to viral effects, immune responses, and stress.
January 2026 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Poor sleep may lead to hair loss, and hair loss may affect sleep.
December 2025 in “Biology” Male and female mice handle stress differently.
December 2025 in “Neurobiology of Stress” People who recently attempted suicide during depression showed signs of adrenal fatigue, but had higher DHEA levels around the attempt time.
October 2025 in “International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)” Lifestyle changes and alternative therapies can help manage Polycystic Ovarian Disease.
September 2025 in “Cosmoderma” Pandemic stress worsens hair loss and skin issues, suggesting combined mental and skin care treatments.
Wildebeest stress and hormone levels are influenced by food availability, human presence, and reproductive cycles.
January 2017 in “Qucosa (Saxon State and University Library Dresden)” Plasma protein binding significantly affects glucocorticosteroid concentration in blood, saliva, and hair.
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January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Hair usually grows back 1-3 months after treatment for anagen effluvium, and children with Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome often improve by adolescence.
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October 2011 in “Pathology Research International” Behçet's Disease may be caused by genetic and environmental factors leading to abnormal immune responses, and stress management and new treatments could improve patient outcomes.
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January 2013 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Alopecia patients struggle with emotions and stress, and improving emotional intelligence may help manage hair loss.
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January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” New treatments and early diagnosis methods for permanent hair loss due to scar tissue are important for managing its psychological effects.