Hair Loss and Quality of Life in Muslim American Women

    September 2024 in “ Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology ”
    Amina Ziad, Yiwen Li, Layla Al-Zubi, Kathie P. Huang, Deborah A. Scott, Arash Mostaghimi, Yodit Girmay, Alexandra Charrow
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    TLDR Hair loss significantly affects the quality of life for Muslim American women, especially those not wearing hijab.
    The study investigated the impact of alopecia on the quality of life (QOL) in 308 Muslim American women, both those who wear hijab and those who do not. The average age of participants was 27.8 years. Results showed that 62.6% of the women were experiencing alopecia, with over 50% expressing significant concerns and frustration about their hair loss. Women who wore hijab were less likely to seek healthcare for their alopecia and had lower WAA-QoL scores (45.3) compared to those not wearing hijab (54.4), indicating a lesser impact on their QOL. The study highlights the nuanced experiences of Muslim women with alopecia, particularly in relation to hijab use.
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