January 2017 in “Journal of cosmetology & trichology” This study found that younger, unmarried individuals under 40, especially women, experienced significant anxiety and depression due to androgenetic alopecia, impacting their psychological well-being and self-perception.
January 2021 in “Brazilian Journal of Development” This study found that women with androgenic alopecia in Patos, Brazil, experienced significant psychological and social impacts, including feelings of frustration, low self-esteem, and social withdrawal.
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June 2005 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” This article reviews the psychosocial impacts of androgenetic alopecia on men, highlighting the importance of addressing both hair loss and associated psychological disorders for improved treatment satisfaction.
November 2025 in “Frontiers in Psychiatry” 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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February 2013 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” This study found that people with androgenic alopecia, particularly women, are more prone to anxiety and depression, often adopting avoidant coping strategies, which are linked to emotional and psychological impacts rather than clinical severity.