5 citations
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April 2020 in “Journal of Mind and Medical Sciences” This review discusses underactive bladder, highlighting its poorly understood nature, diagnostic challenges, and limited treatment effectiveness, and reports no new clinical results.
February 2026 in “Psychiatria” This narrative case study examined a 28-year-old medical resident and found that occupational stress and emotional suppression might contribute to the physical manifestation of alopecia areata. Addressing psychological aspects alongside medical treatment could help manage the condition more effectively, especially in high-pressure professions.
May 2026 in “Pacific Rim International Journal of Nursing Research” In this study of Thai women with ovarian cancer receiving chemotherapy, researchers found that symptom experiences such as numbness, tingling, and fatigue were frequent and significantly affected quality of life, while the effectiveness of symptom management did not significantly predict quality of life.
October 2025 in “JDDG Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Hair loss negatively impacts quality of life, and psychological support can help.
38 citations
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July 2009 in “Current opinion in pediatrics, with evaluated MEDLINE/Current opinion in pediatrics” This article reviews recent findings on alopecia areata, highlighting genetic and immune factors in its pathogenesis but reporting no new clinical results; the authors emphasize the need for quality evidence on treatment efficacy.
13 citations
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January 2012 in “International journal of trichology” This case study describes a 14-year-old girl with pili annulati who had fragile hair, which may be due to cavities within the hair shafts as seen in electron microscopic examinations.
January 2026 in “Journal of Pharmacy & Bioresources” This study found that 44.3% of patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia experienced high anxiety levels, which were significantly associated with residual symptoms and demographic factors.
October 2022 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that hair transplantation surgery significantly improved loneliness, anxiety, and depression in patients, with notable score reductions in these psychosocial outcomes post-surgery.
32 citations
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August 2019 in “Nature Communications” In this study, researchers found that alkylating chemotherapy causes hair follicle stem cells to lose their regenerative ability by initially triggering proliferation followed by apoptosis, leading to permanent regeneration loss.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Community Medicine and Public Health” This study reported that alopecia areata significantly negatively affects quality of life, especially in female patients with long-standing or severe disease, suggesting a need for additional psychological support.
February 2024 in “European Journal of Health Psychology” This study explored coping strategies recommended by individuals living with alopecia areata, identifying commonly suggested approaches such as social support, cosmetic procedures, perspective shifts, and accessing medical and psychological interventions, although these strategies were based on anecdotal recommendations.
11 citations
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August 2018 in “Medicine” This study found that college students with androgenetic alopecia exhibited higher levels of various psychological symptoms compared to those without AGA, with medical and art students showing particularly elevated symptoms.
July 2026 in “UCLA Department of Medicine Clinical Insights” This case report illustrates how cognitive-behavioral therapy effectively reduced hair-pulling behavior and improved self-confidence and interpersonal relationships in a patient with trichotillomania.
April 2024 in “BENTHAM SCIENCE PUBLISHERS eBooks” The document's conclusion cannot be provided because the document is not readable or understandable.
17 citations
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October 1981 in “American Journal of Clinical Nutrition” This study found that individuals with protein-calorie malnutrition, especially those with kwashiorkor, required significantly less force to pluck hair compared to well-nourished patients.
1 citations
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January 2020 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study found that knocking out vinculin in mouse skin disrupts bulge stem cell quiescence by impairing force generation and mechanical stability of adherens junctions.
December 2022 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This study found that patients with androgenetic alopecia, especially those who are young, less educated, and single, experience significantly reduced health-related quality of life.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This article discusses the development of the Alopecia Areata Children's Quality of Life Index and highlights its potential importance for assessing the psychosocial burden in pediatric cases, without providing clinical results.
March 2007 in “Hair transplant forum international” This abstract presents a clinical case of a 31-year-old man with no history of alopecia areata or rapid hair loss for evaluation, but reports no new research findings.
68 citations
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February 1990 in “Journal of Applied Social Psychology” This study found that men with common male pattern baldness received less favorable initial social perceptions, including lower ratings of physical attractiveness, than their nonbalding counterparts.
September 2013 in “Science” In this study, researchers found that undergraduate research experiences improved students' research skills, research self-efficacy, and aspirations for research careers, with self-efficacy partially mediating the effect on career aspirations.
October 2019 in “Our Dermatology Online” In this study, researchers reported that androgenetic alopecia is associated with significantly decreased quality of life, particularly impacting younger patients and those with severe or long-standing hair loss.
3 citations
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November 2024 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” This study found that online materials about alopecia areata and its treatments are generally difficult to understand, with information on JAK inhibitors being particularly challenging, highlighting a need for clearer educational resources for patients.
13 citations
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March 2014 in “Journal of the American Medical Directors Association” This review discusses the characteristics, prevalence, and treatment challenges of trichotillomania and provides no new clinical findings.
April 2025 in “Tạp chí Y Dược học Cần Thơ” This review indicates that hair loss negatively impacts psychological well-being and quality of life, highlighting the importance of comprehensive management, including psychological assessment and sleep improvement, to enhance patients’ quality of life.
1 citations
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May 2023 in “Ayna Klinik Psikoloji Dergisi” In this study, researchers found a significant association between Alopecia Areata and depressive symptoms, with those diagnosed showing higher depression scores and differing responses in psychological assessments compared to controls.
20 citations
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September 1998 in “PubMed” In this study, a dietary protein deficiency was identified as the cause of alopecia and weight loss in captive western lowland gorillas, and protein supplementation improved their condition.
46 citations
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August 2019 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This study found that patients with alopecia areata reported worse quality of life and higher anxiety and depression levels compared to those with androgenetic alopecia and healthy controls.
1 citations
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June 2025 in “The Journal of Dermatology” This study demonstrated that individuals with alopecia areata in Japan experience significant stigma and mental health issues, with perceived stigma and dissatisfaction with hair growth negatively correlated with disease severity.
2 citations
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November 2018 in “PubMed” This study reported that androgenetic alopecia had a small overall effect on patients' quality of life, but notably impacted self-consciousness for many individuals.