February 2021 in “International journal of men's social and community health” Online forums help understand men's concerns about baldness and show the need for better support that changes how baldness is viewed.
June 2026 in “Journal of Applied Animal Welfare Science” Social hair plucking in rhesus macaques is linked to grooming, aggression, and health issues like hair loss, especially in females and lower-ranked individuals.
December 2020 in “Current Sexual Health Reports” Finasteride can have lasting negative effects on brain function and behavior by disrupting neurosteroid production.
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July 2024 in “Journal of Health Psychology” Baldness is often stigmatized, causing distress for many men, but some accept it with minimal distress.
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May 2025 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Alopecia areata impacts mental well-being more due to perceptions and stigma than disease severity.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Innovative Technologies in Social Science” PCOS and BED are linked, needing new treatment approaches focusing on mental health and eating habits.
April 2019 in “University of Huddersfield Repository (University of Huddersfield)” Alopecia causes emotional distress, and better psychological support is needed.
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August 2006 in “Pharmacology, Biochemistry and Behavior” Certain steroids in the brain affect mood and symptoms of depression, and treatments targeting these steroids show promise for improving these symptoms.
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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.
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December 2023 in “JEADV Clinical Practice” Skin diseases are common in Greece and significantly affect people's lives and well-being.
November 2024 in “Psychology Health & Medicine” Psychological therapies may improve quality of life for people with alopecia areata.
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October 2025 in “Colorectal Disease” Early-onset colorectal cancer requires better physician awareness, risk-based screening, and stigma reduction to improve patient experiences.
February 2025 in “Journal of Women & Aging” Older Black women in the UK feel more confident and engaged when their hair is visible and celebrated.
April 2025 in “Journal of Dermatology for Physician Assistants” Vitiligo and alopecia should be covered by Medicaid and TRICARE as medical, not cosmetic, conditions.
December 2016 in “The European health psychologist” Women with PCOS need more support to cope with isolation, helplessness, and grief, and to build resilience.
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January 2022 in “Dermatology Research and Practice” Androgenetic alopecia negatively affects self-esteem and daily stress, especially in young men.
November 2025 in “Frontiers in Psychiatry” People with androgenetic alopecia often experience more anxiety, depression, and lower self-esteem.
September 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Hair transplantation improves self-esteem and social confidence, but managing expectations and psychological risks is crucial for success.
January 2024 in “Wiadomości Lekarskie” Social media and virtual reality increase dissatisfaction with natural appearance, boosting demand for aesthetic surgery.
July 2022 in “Nigerian journal of medicine : journal of the National Association of Resident Doctors of Nigeria” Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA) greatly lowers quality of life, causing stress and low self-esteem, with those seeking treatment experiencing more impairment.
December 2022 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Alopecia areata needs more recognition and better treatment access in Latin America to improve patient care and outcomes.
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June 2023 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Alopecia Areata causes emotional stress and stigma, but those with severe hair loss may adapt better.
8 citations
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June 2023 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The SAAD-41 scale effectively measures the psychosocial impact of alopecia areata.
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June 2024 in “Sociological research and innovation” Unmarried women with PCOS in Pakistan face stigma and use various strategies to cope, needing better support and accurate information.
Hair loss can cause significant social and emotional issues, especially for women and young men.
Healthcare providers should know how to manage facial hair issues in women due to their social impact.
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April 2025 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Vitiligo's impact varies widely, affecting both emotions and social life, not just physical symptoms.
April 2024 in “The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine ” Current treatments for androgenetic alopecia manage symptoms but don't cure it, and it affects social and psychological well-being.
March 2024 in “World Journal Of Advanced Research and Reviews” Educators who survived COVID-19 faced physical, psychological, and social challenges but overcame them with resilience and support, highlighting the need for schools to provide better health and psychological care.
June 2003 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” People with facial disfigurements are judged more negatively, highlighting the social benefits of corrective surgery.