TLDR Hair loss lowers young men's self-esteem, increasing social anxiety and affecting daily life.
A mixed methods study of young men with androgenetic alopecia (AGA) found that it negatively affects their quality of life by impacting their self-esteem, social anxiety, and daily functioning. The study recommends dermatologists to consider the psychological impact of AGA and provide appropriate support and treatment options. The study involved 11 to 129 male participants at different stages of AGA, and a tool to measure quality of life in AGA was created for future research. Coping strategies such as acceptance, concealment, and seeking treatment were reported, but interventions are needed to improve their quality of life.
30 citations,
January 2019 in “International Journal of Trichology” Androgenetic alopecia significantly harms quality of life, affecting emotions and relationships.
29 citations,
November 2018 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Personality traits and anxiety affect hair loss patients' quality of life.
101 citations,
January 2012 in “Annals of Dermatology” Men with hair loss experience lower quality of life, worsened by factors like age, severity, and treatment history.
21 citations,
August 2011 in “Body Image” Acceptance reduces hair loss distress and medical consultations; coping mechanisms increase them.
180 citations,
September 1999 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Hair loss affects self-esteem and quality of life; treatments can help.
180 citations,
September 1999 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Hair loss affects self-esteem and quality of life; treatments can help.
Hair loss can cause significant social and emotional issues, especially for women and young men.
November 2022 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Hair loss can significantly impact a person's mental health, causing issues like anxiety and depression, and stress can trigger hair loss.
58 citations,
January 2018 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” Alopecia significantly lowers women's quality of life, with psychological and social challenges, highlighting the importance of early treatment and support.
August 2025 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Collaboration and innovation are key to developing effective, safe hair loss treatments.
