Anxiety and Depression in Patients with Alopecia Areata in Eskisehir, Turkey

September 2023 in “ Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology ”

Hamza Yıldız, Serkan Zincir

TLDR Patients with Alopecia Areata often have higher anxiety and depression.

A study conducted in Eskisehir, Turkey, found that patients with Alopecia Areata (AA) exhibited higher levels of depression and anxiety compared to healthy volunteers. The findings suggest that dermatologists should be aware of the potential for psychiatric conditions like depression and anxiety in patients diagnosed with AA, highlighting the importance of a holistic approach to treatment that addresses both dermatological and psychological aspects.

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