The Psychiatric Burden in Alopecia Areata: A Propensity-Matched Cohort Study

October 2025 in “ Dermatology and Therapy ”

Katarzyna Łuczak, Aleksandra Sójka, Ralf J. Ludwig, David Saceda Corralo, Jacek C. Szepietowski, Piotr K. Krajewski

Adults with alopecia areata (AA) face a notably increased risk of developing new psychiatric disorders, with this risk being particularly pronounced in women and in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. The study suggests that regular mental health screenings, timely referrals, and integrated dermatology-psychiatry care could improve patient outcomes. It also highlights the need for further prospective research that includes evaluations of disease severity and patient-reported outcomes.

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