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research Maternal Influence on Child HPA Axis: A Prospective Study of Cortisol Levels in Hair

122 citations , October 2013 in “PEDIATRICS”

This study observed that cortisol concentrations in hair, indicating prolonged stress, are correlated between mothers and young children, suggesting potential heritable traits or maternal influence.

research - Pregnancy and postpartum maternal hair cortisol are associated with infant development during the COVID-19 pandemic

February 2024 in “Psychoneuroendocrinology”

This study found that among mother-infant pairs during the COVID-19 pandemic, lower maternal hair cortisol concentrations during pregnancy, combined with higher levels at six weeks postpartum, were associated with poorer infant developmental outcomes at six months.

research Using machine learning to identify predictors of maternal and infant hair cortisol concentration before and during the COVID-19 pandemic

May 2025 in “OSF Preprints (OSF Preprints)”

Machine learning can help identify stress indicators in mothers and infants.

research Pre-pregnancy BMI as a Risk Factor: Associations with Maternal Hair Cortisol and Child Psychopathology at Age Two

January 2025

Higher pre-pregnancy BMI is linked to more stress in mothers and more behavioral problems in two-year-old children.

research Plan of analysis for the study "Maternal Hair Cortisol Concentration Trajectories throughout Pregnancy and Adverse Childhood Experiences"

January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)”

This preregistered analysis plan outlines the research questions and methods for a study on maternal hair cortisol and childhood experiences but reports no new data or results.

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community Why do we have head hair in first place if we evolved to start losing it in some cases as soon as puberty hits

140 upvotes 11 months ago

Hair loss is influenced by genetics and sensitivity to hormones like DHT. Treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride are commonly used, and baldness persists as it doesn't affect reproductive success.

community Does Scalp tension = rise of DHT?

in Research/Science 9 upvotes 1 year ago

Scalp tension may contribute to hair loss by increasing DHT levels, with potential solutions like scalp massages and Botox. Concerns about finasteride's side effects were discussed, and some users shared personal experiences with alternative treatments like scalp massaging and Botox.

community Just popped my first fin, excited as hell!

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 154 upvotes 2 years ago

A user shared their excitement about starting finasteride for hair loss after trying various ineffective methods. Other users discussed their experiences with finasteride, including shedding phases and side effects, with one mentioning using topical finasteride and minoxidil.

community Homelessess: the solution right in front of our eyes?

in Satire 142 upvotes 8 months ago

Homelessness is humorously proposed as a solution to hair loss due to less grooming and stress. Treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride are discussed, with genetics and lifestyle also considered important factors.

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