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research Cognitive testing of a survey instrument for self-assessed menstrual cycle characteristics and androgen excess

2 citations , November 2020 in “Fertility Research and Practice”

This study presents a new survey instrument that was cognitively tested for understanding menstrual cycle characteristics and androgen excess, including hirsutism, alopecia, and acne.

research Cognitive effects of testosterone and finasteride administration in older hypogonadal men.

26 citations , August 2014 in “PubMed”

This study found that testosterone treatment in older hypogonadal men caused minor improvements in depressive symptoms and visuospatial memory, but overall, major cognitive benefits were not observed.

research Cognitive effects of testosterone and finasteride administration in older hypogonadal men

August 2014 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)”

This study reported that administering a supraphysiological dose of testosterone for one year resulted in minor cognitive benefits and decreased depressive symptoms in older hypogonadal men, but major cognitive improvements were not observed.

research A Test of the Perseverative Cognition Hypothesis Using Hair Cortisol in a Sample of Dementia Caregivers and Non-Caregiver Controls

September 2017 in “OhioLink ETD Center (Ohio Library and Information Network)”

In this study, dementia caregivers showed lower hair cortisol levels than controls despite reporting higher perceived stress, providing weak support for the Perseverative Cognition Hypothesis and suggesting complex effects of caregiving stress.

research Exogenous Testosterone Alone or With Finasteride Does Not Improve Measurements of Cognition in Healthy Older Men With Low Serum Testosterone

77 citations , October 2007 in “International Journal of Andrology”

This study found that testosterone replacement, with or without finasteride, did not lead to significant cognitive improvements over 36 months in healthy older men without prior cognitive impairment.

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community How many are hyper responders to Finasteride?

6 upvotes 5 months ago

The user experienced severe side effects from finasteride, including hormonal imbalances and cognitive issues, leading to a recommendation to stop its use. They plan to follow up with tests to rule out a pituitary tumor and are considering topical treatments as alternatives.

community Experiencing cognitive effects while on Dutasteride

5 upvotes 3 weeks ago

The user experienced fatigue, brain fog, and dizziness after taking Dutasteride for hair loss, suspecting it might be a side effect. They plan to consult a doctor and get blood work done, while others in the conversation discuss potential cognitive effects and compare Dutasteride to Finasteride.

community Do creatine increase testosterone and dht?

4 upvotes 5 months ago

Creatine does not increase testosterone or DHT, and there is no evidence it causes hair loss. Some users report improved gym performance and mood with creatine, while others are concerned about potential hair loss, but scientific research does not support these concerns.

community Finasteride, Neurosteroids, and Neuroplasticity - have you noticed cognitive shifts or have you continued growing?

in Basic Questions 201 upvotes 3 months ago

The conversation discusses concerns about potential cognitive and emotional effects of finasteride, with the original poster planning to monitor their cognitive performance while using the treatment. A user responds that most people do not experience cognitive shifts, though some report subtle changes.

community Why is sexual functioning the main concern? Fin/dut can affect cognition and mood, arguably being more important

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 65 upvotes 5 months ago

Finasteride and dutasteride can affect sexual function, cognition, and mood. Alternatives like minoxidil, pyrilutamide, and alfatradiol have varied effectiveness and side effects.

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learn Finasteride

Popular 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that lowers DHT, taken as a pill or used topically

learn Dutasteride

5-alpha reductase inhibitor that blocks both enzyme types, a stronger DHT blocker than finasteride

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