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    Association Between Androgenetic Alopecia and Psychological Well-Being: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

    November 2025 in “ Frontiers in Psychiatry ”
    Yuan Kong, Yutong Shang, Liuwei Zhang
    Studysummary This study found that individuals with androgenetic alopecia experience significantly higher symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress compared to controls, along with reduced self-esteem and life satisfaction, highlighting the importance of addressing psychological well-being in clinical treatments.
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