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GlossaryMental Health Issues

conditions affecting mood, thinking, and behavior

Mental Health Issues, also known as Mental Disorders or Psychiatric Disorders, refer to a wide range of conditions that affect a person's mood, thinking, and behavior. These can include depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, eating disorders, and addictive behaviors. Mental health issues can significantly impact daily functioning and quality of life, and they often require a combination of medication, therapy, and lifestyle changes for effective management.

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Epidemiology, Management, and the Associated Burden of Mental Health Illness, Atopic and Autoimmune Conditions, and Common Infections in Alopecia Areata: Protocol for an Observational Study Series

research Epidemiology, Management, and the Associated Burden of Mental Health Illness, Atopic and Autoimmune Conditions, and Common Infections in Alopecia Areata: Protocol for an Observational Study Series

11 citations , November 2021 in “BMJ Open”

People with alopecia areata have higher rates of mental health issues, autoimmune diseases, and infections.

research Mental Health Impact of Dengue Fever

January 2026 in “Industrial Psychiatry Journal”

Dengue fever can cause significant mental health issues like anxiety and depression.

research Does Severity of Hair Loss Matter? Factors Associated with Mental Health Outcomes in Women Irradiated for Tinea Capitis in Childhood

8 citations , October 2020 in “International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health”

Severe hair loss in women increases the risk of mental health issues, especially social anxiety.

research The Relationship Between Mental Health and Drugs Used in Dermatology

February 2024 in “Journal of Education, Health and Sport”

Some skin medication can rarely cause or worsen mental health issues; knowing this is important because mental health problems are increasing worldwide.

research How Does the Hair-Loss Drug Finasteride Work? Can It Affect My Mental Health?

November 2025

Finasteride can help with hair loss but may cause mental health issues like depression and anxiety.

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community Guys. Your hairloss and your mental health issues connected to your hairloss are two separate issues that require two separate treatments

in Chat 356 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss and the importance of not letting it affect one's self-worth. The conversation includes advice on treatments such as taking medication, like Minoxidil and Finasteride, and other methods to manage hairloss, such as buzzing your head or seeking professional help.

community 26M Seeking Advice on Crown Hair Regrowth After 5 Years of Neglect Due to Mental Health Issues

in General 87 upvotes 6 months ago

A 26-year-old experiencing crown hair loss after years of neglect due to mental health issues is advised to improve diet, wash hair regularly, and consider using Minoxidil and Finasteride for regrowth.

community Why I Will be Accepting Baldness

in Chat 204 upvotes 2 years ago

User decides to accept baldness due to mental health issues with finasteride. Others suggest considering hair systems, topical finasteride, or RU58841 as alternatives.

community Just found out my dad is not my dad and my bio dad is bald

in Chat 73 upvotes 4 months ago

A person is struggling with hair loss and mental health issues, using treatments like dutasteride and minoxidil, and planning a hair transplant. They recently discovered their biological father is bald, causing additional stress, but are encouraged by others to focus on their treatment success and seek professional help for their mental health.

community Can we stop fear mongering with finasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 285 upvotes 4 months ago

Finasteride is effective for hair loss but can cause sexual dysfunction and mental health issues in some users, leading to a polarized debate on its risks. Some switch to alternatives like Dutasteride or topical treatments to avoid side effects.

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