Quality of Life in Children and Adolescents With Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review

This systematic review analyzed the quality of life (QoL) in 358 children and adolescents with alopecia areata (AA) across eight studies, revealing significant negative impacts on health-related QoL due to factors like bullying, depression, and anxiety. The review highlighted the psychosocial challenges faced by affected individuals, including embarrassment and social interaction difficulties, with 23% experiencing bullying and 33% missing school. It emphasized the need for psychological support and the development of targeted interventions to improve QoL. Despite methodological limitations and inconsistent findings regarding age, sex, and severity, the review underscored the importance of comprehensive care approaches and further research to address the emotional and social aspects of living with AA.