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Glossary Behavioral Therapy

focuses on changing harmful behaviors through conditioning and reinforcement

Behavioral Therapy, also known as Behavior Therapy or Behavioral Treatment, is a type of psychotherapy that focuses on changing harmful behaviors through various techniques such as conditioning, reinforcement, and desensitization. It is often used to treat conditions like anxiety, depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and can be particularly effective for managing habits and behaviors associated with conditions like trichotillomania (hair-pulling disorder) and other forms of alopecia.

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research Group Treatment for Trichotillomania: Behavior Therapy Versus Supportive Therapy

69 citations , August 2006 in “Behavior Therapy”

This study found that group behavior therapy for trichotillomania led to greater short-term symptom improvement compared to supportive therapy, but did not achieve clinically significant changes or prevent relapse over six months.

Dysregulated Behavior of Hair Follicle Stem Cells Triggers Alopecia and Provides Potential Therapeutic Targets

research Dysregulated behaviour of hair follicle stem cells triggers alopecia and provides potential therapeutic targets

3 citations , May 2022 in “Experimental Dermatology”

This review discusses the role of hair follicle stem cell metabolism, ageing, and microenvironment in hair growth disorders and compiles recent research on using stem cell-based regenerative medicine for treating alopecia, without reporting new clinical results.

research Effects of testosterone replacement therapy on sexual interest, function, and behavior in HIV+ men

10 citations , January 1997 in “The journal of sex research/The Journal of sex research”

In this study of HIV+ men with low CD4 and testosterone levels, testosterone replacement therapy significantly improved sexual interest, erectile functioning, and sexual satisfaction over an eight-week period.

research Canine Behaviors Associated With Hypothyroidism

40 citations , September 2003 in “Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association”

This case report describes a Russian wolfhound's aggression being linked to hypothyroidism, which was successfully managed with levothyroxine therapy.

research Exosomes in precision dermatology: From biomarkers to targeted therapeutics in personalized care

March 2026 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

This review suggests that exosomes have potential in dermatology, but their clinical use remains in early development due to challenges in standardization, understanding, and safety.

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community Rethinking DHT and Hair Loss: Are We Targeting the Wrong Enemy?

in Research/Science 1 year ago

Blocking DHT is not a cure for hair loss; instead, altering how scalp follicles respond to DHT might be more effective. Current treatments like topical finasteride and minoxidil are temporary solutions, and future approaches may involve gene therapy and bioengineering to change follicle behavior.

community 11 months progress, HRT + Fin + Min

in Progress Pictures 366 upvotes 5 months ago

A transwoman shared her 11-month progress using hormone replacement therapy (HRT), finasteride, and minoxidil, reporting significant hair regrowth and satisfaction with the results. The discussion included various perspectives on HRT, its effects on hair and sexual function, and personal experiences with similar treatments.

community I don’t understand this, is he equating taking Fin with being on HRT?

303 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about using finasteride and testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) for hair loss and their role in gender-affirming care. It debates whether these treatments are considered hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and their implications for both cisgender and transgender individuals.

community Genomic Sequencing for Hair Loss

in Research/Science 156 upvotes 5 months ago

Hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and potential mRNA therapies are discussed. There is skepticism about targeting specific genes due to the complex genetic nature of hair loss.

community How far are we from a treatment better than finasteride?

in Treatment 129 upvotes 1 year ago

Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for hair loss as it blocks more of the enzyme causing hair loss. New treatments like stem cell therapies and alternatives to minoxidil are being explored, but major advancements are still years away.

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