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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 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.

research Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy for Transgender Men

28 citations, October 2018 in “Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology”

Testosterone therapy seems safe and effective for transgender men with proper care, but more long-term research is needed.

research An Excellent Response to Tofacitinib in a Pediatric Alopecia Patient: A Case Report and Review

5 citations, August 2018 in “PubMed”

An 8-year-old with severe hair loss regrew all hair after six months of tofacitinib treatment.

research Care Pathways of Children and Adolescents Referred to Specialist Gender Services: A Systematic Review

1 citations, April 2024 in “Archives of disease in childhood”

Many children and teens referred to gender services receive hormone treatments, but more research is needed on their long-term care and outcomes.

research Psychosomatic Aspects of Alopecia Areata

20 citations, August 2018 in “Clinics in Dermatology”

The conclusion is that understanding and addressing the psychological effects of alopecia areata is important for effective treatment.

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

Somitomere in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 upvotes 4 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)

That_Classroom_9293 in Finasteride/Dutasteride 14 upvotes 2 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 Suffer so bad I want it to end

Deadeye420 in Chat 111 upvotes 4 weeks ago

A 23-year-old is distressed about hair loss despite using dutasteride and oral minoxidil and is considering a hair transplant in Turkey. Many suggest therapy, hair systems, or acceptance, emphasizing mental health over appearance.

community I am putting my hair loss treatment on hold until my mental health is better.

kaiserkaktus in Update 21 upvotes 5 months ago

OP is pausing hair loss treatments to focus on mental health due to anxiety and side effects from RU58841. They plan to try topical finasteride and minoxidil after recovering from pneumonia.

community Watching my younger brother bald hurts so much.

Unfair-Statement-622 in Treatment 269 upvotes 5 months ago

A 19-year-old is distressed about his 17-year-old autistic brother's hair loss, projecting his own insecurities despite being on finasteride and dutasteride. Replies suggest the brother might not care about balding, and the poster should address his own issues.

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