research Psychotropic Medication and Drug-Related Alopecia
Some psychiatric medications can cause reversible hair loss.
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5 / 1000+ results research Pathologic Hairpulling, Skin Picking, and Nail Biting
Pathologic hairpulling (HP), skin picking (SP), and nail biting (NB) were identified as repetitive behaviors causing significant physical damage and distress, yet they received little attention in psychiatric literature. The article reviewed research on these behaviors, noting their similarities in phenomenology, triggers, and consequences, suggesting a joint diagnostic categorization. Sufferers often hid their self-inflicted damage due to shame, complicating diagnosis. The behaviors ranged from mild to severe, indicating underrecognition. The article called for more research on the etiology of HP, SP, and NB to develop effective treatments and prevention strategies.
research Trichotillomania in Children and Adolescents: Review of the Literature and Case Report
The document concludes that supportive home environments and addressing parent-child interactions can effectively treat trichotillomania in children.
research Non-Binary or Genderqueer Genders
The document concludes that non-binary individuals need compassionate support and recognition in healthcare, without being pathologized.
research Trichotillomania: Clinical Aspects and Treatment Strategies
Behavior therapy and medications, especially clomipramine, can help reduce hair pulling in people with trichotillomania.
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5 / 43 resultscommunity Two Great Articles on NCBI That Summarize What We Actually Know About Finasteride Side Effects
The side effects of taking finasteride as a treatment for hair loss, with particular focus on its sexual and psychiatric side effects; research has indicated that there are high and low outliers in terms of prevalence of sexual side effects, but it is usually between 3-5%, while evidence of lasting sexual side effects comes from lower quality sources.
community What is the real impact of dutasteride on neurosteroids? A little review of 2 scientific datas
Dutasteride at 0.5 mg/day does not significantly alter allopregnanolone levels, but higher doses (2.5 mg/day) do. Dutasteride may also have anti-neuroinflammatory effects, but the impact on neurosteroids is still debated.
community Dutasteride SAVES your hair follicles: MAJOR BS on people who say it destroyed their hair permanently.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride and dutasteride. The conclusion is that dutasteride significantly reduces DHT levels and may be more effective than finasteride for long-term hair retention, with some users reporting personal experiences and side effects.
community 1 year of regular fin after years of anxiety
User GreatCanuck experienced hair regrowth after using finasteride for a year, reducing anxiety about hair loss. Others in the conversation shared similar positive experiences and discussed family members using the treatment.
community How is there still no consensus on Topical Dutasteride in 2024?
The conversation expresses frustration over the lack of clear evidence regarding the effectiveness and systemic impact of topical Dutasteride for hair loss treatment, despite years of discussion. People are criticized for not conducting proper research and for providing contradictory anecdotal claims.