The Association of Depression, Loneliness, and Internet Addiction Levels in Male Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery Students With Androgenetic Alopecia Male Pattern Baldness in a Medical College in Kolar, India

This study examined the link between androgenetic alopecia (AGA) male pattern baldness and mental health issues among 100 male MBBS students in Kolar, India. It found a significant correlation between AGA severity and increased levels of depression, loneliness, and internet addiction. As AGA progressed from Grade I to Grade V, scores for depression, loneliness, and internet addiction rose significantly. The study underscores the psychological impact of AGA on medical students, with 94% reporting stress from daily activities, and highlights the need for early detection and intervention to support their mental health and future roles as healthcare providers.