23 citations
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September 2009 in “Child Abuse & Neglect” Checking family social conditions in tourniquet syndrome cases can help find neglect.
66 citations
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May 2014 in “Conservation Physiology” Grizzly and black bears have different stress and hormone responses to salmon availability, influenced by nutrition and social competition.
75 citations
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January 1995 in “American journal of primatology” Vervet monkeys show physical changes like hair loss and scrotal color changes due to stress or nutrition issues.
51 citations
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November 2005 in “Journal of Medical Primatology” Alopecia in captive rhesus macaques is affected by season, sex, age, housing, and stress, with complex links between stress hormones and hair loss.
6 citations
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September 2014 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Asylum seekers arriving by boat may face skin problems due to harsh conditions, and doctors should use a thorough skin assessment approach to diagnose and treat them effectively.
17 citations
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November 2013 in “American Journal of Primatology” Different monkey species in a lab showed varying levels of hair loss due to factors like type, sex, age, season, and living conditions.
May 2023 in “Dermatology online journal” Kids with vitiligo, psoriasis, or alopecia areata are more likely to experience anxiety, depression, and social challenges.
3 citations
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January 2022 in “Einstein (São Paulo)” The pandemic increased stress-related skin conditions and those affected by behavior changes.
7 citations
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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.
143 citations
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June 1983 in “Archives of dermatology” Mental and social factors greatly affect skin conditions and doctors find it hard to deal with these aspects.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Innovative Technologies in Social Science” Transgender individuals face unique skin issues, often due to hormone therapy, requiring specialized and stigma-free dermatologic care.
13 citations
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June 1989 in “Pediatric clinics of North America/The Pediatric clinics of North America” The conclusion is that young women with excessive hair growth should be quickly tested for hormonal issues and treated to improve their social well-being.
2 citations
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September 2023 in “Journal of the Turkish Academy of Dermatology” Patients with alopecia areata use social media for information but trust their doctors more.
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.
April 2025 in “Journal of Dermatology for Physician Assistants” Vitiligo and alopecia should be covered by Medicaid and TRICARE as medical, not cosmetic, conditions.
15 citations
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March 2014 in “Body Image” Wig users with alopecia do a lot of emotional and practical work to make their wigs look natural and manage how others see them.
10 citations
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March 2021 in “Pediatric dermatology” Dermatologists should understand cultural practices and communicate empathetically to effectively treat skin conditions in children and teens of color.
January 2026 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” Clear guidance and encouragement for in-person medical care are needed for hair and scalp disorders.
Fad diets and supplements from social media can cause skin and hair problems.
October 2025 in “Journal of Applied Genetics” Autoinflammatory skin diseases are complex, increasingly common, and significantly affect quality of life.
February 2026 in “Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health” Gastric trichobezoar in young children requires surgery and comprehensive care to prevent serious complications.
28 citations
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February 2021 in “Open Forum Infectious Diseases” African Americans faced worse COVID-19 outcomes due to a mix of social, environmental, and biological factors.
1 citations
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December 2022 in “BMC Public Health” Long-term effects of COVID-19 can vary over time and are more likely in certain age and gender groups, while race, income, and education levels have little to no impact. Ongoing medical care is needed due to potential complications.
June 2017 in “University of Minnesota Digital Conservancy (University of Minnesota)” Alopecia areata in young women affects self-esteem and social life, highlighting the need for support and therapy.
44 citations
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August 2010 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Alopecia areata seriously lowers quality of life, especially affecting self-image, mental health, and social life.
34 citations
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August 2005 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Stress and emotional factors can worsen skin conditions by affecting the immune system.
29 citations
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January 2007 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Eyebrow loss has many causes and requires accurate diagnosis for proper treatment.
3 citations
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May 2010 in “Nursing Standard” Treatments for autoimmune hair loss have limited success and often relapse, and emotional support is crucial for those affected.
38 citations
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March 2021 in “JAMA Dermatology” People often have negative attitudes toward those with alopecia, especially if it's severe or seen as a medical issue.
March 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Hair loss affects self-esteem; patients seek effective, low side-effect treatments.