research “Hair is your crown and glory” – Black women’s experiences of living with alopecia and the role of social support
Black women with alopecia need better support and understanding from health professionals and social groups.
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research Improving knowledge of hair loss disorders: Assessing the efficacy of a dermatologist-developed social media video library for patient education
Social media videos made by dermatologists significantly improved patient knowledge about hair loss.
research Seasonal and social correlates of changes in hair, skin, and scrotal condition in vervet monkeys (Cercopithecus aethiops) of Amboseli National Park, Kenya
Vervet monkeys show physical changes like hair loss and scrotal color changes due to stress or nutrition issues.
research Losing Hair, Losing Points?: The Effects of Male Pattern Baldness on Social Impression Formation1
Bald men are often viewed more negatively and as older than they really are.
research 43295 Analysis of postpartum hair loss discussions on social media
Social media discussions reveal that postpartum hair loss is a common concern among new mothers.
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 Hair as Displacement Record and Social Token: The Shaft as Temporal Archive, Natural Hair as S0_appearance, and Modification as Signal Displacement
Natural hair reflects identity and history, while modifications signal social pressures.
research Hair as Displacement Record and Social Token: The Shaft as Temporal Archive, Natural Hair as S0_appearance, and Modification as Signal Displacement
Natural hair is a return to its original state, while modifications signal social pressures.
research Alopecia areata and pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia) on social media – Current public interest trends and cross‐sectional analysis of YouTube and TikTok contents
Alopecia areata gained more interest on social media than pattern hair loss, with TikTok showing more personal stories and YouTube offering higher quality educational content.
research Internet and Social Media Use Among Patients with Hair and Scalp Disorders: A Behavioral Analysis
Clear guidance and encouragement for in-person medical care are needed for hair and scalp disorders.
research “I am now being who I am and I’m proud of it”: Hair related personal and social identity and subjective wellbeing of older Black women in the UK
Older Black women in the UK feel more confident and engaged when their hair is visible and celebrated.
research Hair, Human Evolution, and the Idea of Human Uniqueness
Human hair is unique and important for understanding human evolution and identity.
research Of Hair and its Loss
Hair loss significantly impacts women's identity and social interactions.
research Does Severity of Hair Loss Matter? Factors Associated with Mental Health Outcomes in Women Irradiated for Tinea Capitis in Childhood
Severe hair loss in women increases the risk of mental health issues, especially social anxiety.
research The hidden burden of visibility: Social appearance anxiety in patients with alopecia areata – A comparative cross-sectional study
Alopecia Areata patients experience higher social appearance anxiety due to visible hair loss.
research Pattern hair loss and health care professionals: How well are we connecting with our audience?
Healthcare professionals should use social media effectively to share accurate medical information.
research Study of quality of life in patients with premature graying of hair in Western Indian population
Premature graying of hair significantly harms psychological and social wellbeing.
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 Beard transplants and facial hair trends: why men are motivated to have surgery
Men are getting more beard transplants to look better and follow fashion trends.
research P136 Psychological impact of hair loss in women: a qualitative systematic review
Hair loss in women causes emotional distress and low self-esteem, but supportive interventions can help.
research BI39 Oncological therapies and hair disorders: a narrative approach on permanent chemotherapy-induced alopecia. A literature review of cancer-related therapies and their associated hair and scalp disorders
Permanent hair loss from chemotherapy significantly impacts patients' mental health and social life, highlighting the need for better patient education and support.
research Developing the Concept of ‘Feel Ezzy Hair Oil’: Explore the Nature of Hair Oil with Respect to Personal Well-Being
The herbal hair oil was more effective at reducing hair fall than coconut oil.
research Social Perceptions of Male Pattern Baldness. A Review
The review concluded that male pattern baldness is mostly seen negatively, affecting attractiveness and social appeal.
research A mixed methods survey of social anxiety, anxiety, depression and wig use in alopecia
Many people with alopecia experience high levels of social anxiety, anxiety, and depression, and while wigs can boost confidence, they may also cause anxiety.
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.
research Can you pull it off? Appearance modifying behaviours adopted by wig users with alopecia in social interactions
Wig users with alopecia do a lot of emotional and practical work to make their wigs look natural and manage how others see them.
research Gender Differences in Psychosocial Outcomes of Hair Loss Resulting from Childhood Irradiation for Tinea Capitis
Women who lost hair from childhood head radiation are more likely to face mental health issues than men.
research Social Status May Interfere in the Prognosis of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia in Female Patients: An Observational Study
Higher social status is linked to earlier diagnosis and better treatment results for Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia in women.
research Social Perception of Male Faces. Individuals, Clusters, Dimensions
Hair loss affects attractiveness but can suggest intelligence, and face perception is complex, involving factors like age and smile.
research Psychological Well-Being and Sexual Functioning Before and After Hair Transplantation: A Longitudinal Clinical Study of 40 Patients at Vera Clinic
Hair transplantation greatly boosts self-esteem, relationship satisfaction, and sexual functioning.