Review of: Toupee or Not Toupee? Sic et Non. Social Perceptions of Male Pattern Baldness (Androgenetic Alopecia)

April 2024

Safi Ullah

androgenetic alopecia male pattern baldness androgenic alopecia

TLDR The review suggests the study on male pattern baldness needs more detail on sample size, methodology, bias, and ethical considerations.

The review of the paper "Toupee or not Toupee?" highlights several areas for improvement. The reviewer suggests that the study needs to provide more information about the sample size used to ensure statistical significance and representativeness. The generalizability of the findings beyond the specific sample used in the research should also be considered. The methodology section needs more detail for a comprehensive understanding of how judgments were collected and analyzed. The study should address potential biases, including cultural or personal preferences of judges. Lastly, the paper should discuss any ethical considerations related to using individuals as stimuli for attractiveness judgments and other traits.

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