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‘You Lose Your Hair, What’s the Big Deal?’ I Was So Embarrassed, I Was So Self-Conscious, I Was So Depressed: A Qualitative Interview Study to Understand the Psychosocial Burden of Alopecia Areata

research “‘You lose your hair, what’s the big deal?’ I was so embarrassed, I was so self-conscious, I was so depressed:” a qualitative interview study to understand the psychosocial burden of alopecia areata

30 citations , September 2020 in “Journal of Patient-Reported Outcomes”

Alopecia Areata (AA) causes significant emotional distress, including feelings of embarrassment, depression, and anxiety, and impacts social interactions and daily activities.

research Cutaneous lupus concerns from the patient perspective: a qualitative study

8 citations , August 2021 in “Lupus Science & Medicine”

Patients with cutaneous lupus are most concerned about self-consciousness, physical symptoms, and disease progression.

research Male experiences of hair removal and loss: depilation practices and motivations

April 2016 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing”

Men are increasingly removing body hair for looks and cleanliness, and while hair loss can cause distress, it doesn't affect their self-esteem as much as it does in women.

research The psychology of hair loss and its implications for patient care

138 citations , March 2001 in “Clinics in Dermatology”

Hair loss can significantly affect a person's self-esteem and body image, especially in young people, those who value their looks highly, and women.

research Quality of Life and the Presence of Depression Among Adults with Hair Loss in the South of Saudi Arabia

5 citations , August 2022 in “Psychology Research and Behavior Management”

Hair loss in South Saudi Arabia adults often harms quality of life and leads to depression.

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community Who else stares at ppl that are balding

in Chat 123 upvotes 1 year ago

Many people become hyper-aware of hair loss in themselves and others, often leading to feelings of jealousy or self-consciousness. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride are commonly discussed as solutions to combat hair loss.

community When you're balding is it an absolute traumatic period of your life or do some people not care as much?

in Chat 89 upvotes 2 years ago

Balding can be traumatic for many, affecting self-esteem and social interactions, while others accept it more easily. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.

community 7m 20d progress, is this good?

in Is this regrowth? 97 upvotes 9 months ago

The user has experienced noticeable hair regrowth after 7 months and 20 days using finasteride, minoxidil, dermastamping, vitamin D, zinc, and ketoconazole shampoo. The user reports improved hairline and self-esteem with no side effects.

community Two of the most attractive girls I know are with NW7 guys

in Chat 319 upvotes 1 year ago

Bald men can still attract partners, as personality and confidence often outweigh hair loss. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are used, but self-acceptance and personal satisfaction are key.

community I can't take care of myself because of hair loss.

in Chat 163 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about a user feeling hopeless due to hair loss despite using finasteride, dutasteride, and OM for over a year. Responses suggest therapy, self-improvement, and changing perspectives on appearance.

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