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GlossaryPsychological Stress (Mental Stress)

body's response to perceived threats or challenges

Psychological stress, also known as mental or emotional stress, refers to the body's response to perceived threats or challenges, which can be real or imagined. This type of stress triggers a cascade of physiological reactions, including the release of stress hormones like cortisol, which can affect various bodily functions and potentially lead to conditions such as anxiety, depression, and even physical ailments like alopecia (hair loss).

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research How to Distinguish Medicalization from Over-Medicalization?

41 citations , June 2018 in “Medicine Health Care and Philosophy”

The article suggests using four questions to tell apart necessary medicalization from excessive medicalization, focusing on problem significance, social expectations, medical understanding, and effective resolution.

research Trichopathophobia: Fear of Hair-Related Diseases in High-Stress Environments

2 citations , January 1908 in “Journal of the American Medical Association”

Fear of hair-related issues causes significant mental distress, especially in high-stress women.

Common Dermatological Complaints and Their Psychosocial Impact: A Descriptive Cross-Sectional Study Among Undergraduates of an Outstation University of Sri Lanka.

research Common Dermatological Complaints and Their Psychosocial Impact: A Descriptive Cross-Sectional Study Among Undergraduates of an Outstation University of Sri Lanka.

July 2023 in “Anuradhapura Medical Journal”

Many students at Rajarata University in Sri Lanka experience skin issues like acne, causing significant stress and concern.

research Gender Surgery Beyond Chest and Genitals: Current Insurance Landscape

15 citations , December 2019 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal”

Most insurance companies do not cover extra gender-affirming surgeries, with coverage being low and inconsistent.

research Assessing the Efficacy of Mesotherapy Products: Ultra Exo Booster and Ultra S Line Plus in Hair Growth: An Ex Vivo Study

July 2024 in “Skin Research and Technology”

The products significantly promote hair growth and maintain hair bulb health.

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community Guys who used fin and had to stop, what were your reasons?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 upvotes 5 years ago

Somitomere used finasteride for two years, experienced mental side effects, and stopped. They are now waiting for a new treatment like Breezula.

community Why I believe PFS is not a "real" condition (and what I believe it is instead)

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 13 upvotes 3 years ago

The post argues that Post-Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) is likely not real and suggests symptoms may be due to mental health issues or the nocebo effect. The conversation includes personal experiences with finasteride, highlighting both positive and negative effects, and emphasizes consulting doctors and using reliable sources for medication.

community Popular hair loss drug linked to higher suicide risk: compared to non-users, finasteride (Proscar/ Propecia) users have a markedly increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. Over 30 years of observation, 19,320 suicides were expected.

in Research/Science 493 upvotes 4 months ago

Finasteride users may have an increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts, though some attribute these issues to hair loss itself. The link between finasteride and mental health effects is debated, with varying user experiences.

community Just had this wild thought come into my head.

in Satire 403 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about the debate over the existence of Post-Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) and its symptoms, with some users skeptical about PFS and others discussing side effects like erectile dysfunction and gynecomastia from hair loss treatments like finasteride. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, viagra, and a joke about using a popsicle stick for erectile support.

community People who don’t experience MPB just have no idea what it’s like.

in Chat 363 upvotes 6 months ago

Hair loss affects self-esteem and mental health, with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil commonly used. People feel misunderstood by those without hair loss and seek more empathy and better treatment options.

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