Development of a Health-Related Quality of Life Questionnaire for Women with Androgenetic Alopecia

    November 2000 in “ Clinical and Experimental Dermatology ”
    K. S. Dolte, Cynthia J. Girman, Susan L. Hartmaier, Jay Roberts, Wilma F. Bergfeld, Joanne Waldstreicher
    Image of study
    TLDR WAA-QOL measures impact of hair loss on women's well-being.
    The article discusses the development of various questionnaires to measure the impact of androgenetic alopecia (AGA) on the quality of life of women. The Women's Androgenetic Alopecia Quality of Life Questionnaire (WAA-QOL) is a reliable and valid tool that can be used in clinical trials to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions for AGA. The questionnaires cover various aspects of quality of life, including emotional well-being, self-confidence, and daily activities. They were developed through literature review, expert consultation, and patient feedback. The questionnaires can provide valuable insights into the negative psychological effects of hair loss on women's well-being.
    Discuss this study in the Community →

    Research cited in this study

    6 / 6 results

    Related Community Posts Join

    6 / 1000+ results

      community Why is Kevin Mann (Haircafe) Hated?

      in Chat  62 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair loss treatments, including microneedling, minoxidil, finasteride and RU58841; the efficacy of these treatments; criticisms of Kevin Mann's content related to his selective data presentation and biases towards certain treatments; and other topics such as DHT being labeled a "trash hormone" and critiques of other hairloss YouTubers.

      community Giving up on ever feeling comfortable in my body

      in Update  82 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss without success and feels extremely uncomfortable with their appearance, including being bald and short. They express deep unhappiness and social isolation. Suggestions from others include adopting stoicism, focusing on personal development, considering a hair system, improving fashion, working out, and seeking therapy for mental health.

      community What hurts the most is that only minority of us are balding

      in Chat  252 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the emotional impact of early hair loss in men, with many feeling isolated and self-conscious. Some users also mention the lack of awareness about potential treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

      community Theory And Observation: Why Being Bald Can Really Work

      in Shaved/buzzed  88 upvotes 8 months ago
      The original poster believes shaving his head made him more attractive to a specific group of women, despite being less attractive overall. The conversation includes various opinions on attractiveness, with some agreeing that being bald can work for certain men, while others suggest maintaining hair is generally more appealing.

    Similar Research

    5 / 1000+ results