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Hair loss affects mental health and self-esteem, causing anxiety and depression. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants help some, but others continue to struggle.

Hair loss negatively affects mental health, causing anxiety and depression. Minoxidil and finasteride are discussed as treatments, but side effects and mental health concerns remain.

An SSRI (paroxetine) reduced hair loss and itching for a user with male-pattern baldness, but liver issues forced discontinuation, leading to increased hair loss and anxiety. The user plans to try other anti-anxiety medications, noting stress and anxiety significantly impact hair loss.

Improved sleep has significantly benefited hair health, with noticeable regrowth at the hairline and possibly the crown, alongside better skin and mood. Consistent sleep, alongside treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, is recommended for better results.

The conversation discusses the difficulty in distinguishing between side effects of finasteride (like brain fog and loss of libido) and depression caused by hair loss. Users share experiences of severe depression while on finasteride, leading some to stop the treatment despite anxiety over hair loss.

The user is experiencing hair thinning and brittleness, possibly due to Telogen Effluvium, which affects body hair and may be linked to stress or nutrition. They are considering using finasteride for treatment but are unsure if it will address their symptoms.