April 2026 in “Psychiatry Neurology and Medical Psychology” This study found that women with mixed alopecia exhibited significantly higher levels of depression, anxiety, and stress compared to those with metabolic alopecia, with these emotional disturbances closely linked to heightened mental maladaptation.
21 citations
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April 2016 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This paper discusses the potential relationship between finasteride's adverse effects and factors like hand preference and sexual orientation, suggesting these could influence risk in male androgenic alopecia treatment, but reports no new clinical results.
This study is designed to explore how circadian rhythms are affected by obesity and mental health conditions, such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, using biological and lifestyle data from independently living adults.
45 citations
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February 2019 in “Journal of Affective Disorders” This study found that 12 weeks of melatonin supplementation improved mental health and metabolic parameters in women with polycystic ovary syndrome compared to a placebo.
15 citations
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June 2014 in “Integrative cancer therapies” This study found that an 8-week practice of pranic meditation was associated with improved quality of life and mental health scores in breast cancer survivors, though further research is needed for confirmation.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Medical and Exercise Science” This study found that a structured exercise program combining aerobic and resistance exercises significantly improved physical and emotional well-being in young women with PCOS.
July 2024 in “Behavioural Brain Research” In this study, male Wistar rats with obesity showed reduced depressive-like behaviors, brain inflammation, and oxidative stress after long-term finasteride treatment, suggesting potential benefits of finasteride in obese conditions, while lean rats experienced adverse effects including metabolic disturbances and depressive-like behaviors.
January 2021 in “Clinical dermatology open access journal” This study surveyed dermatologists and found that Doxepin was the most preferred anti-depressant for treating psycho dermatoses in elderly patients.
November 2024 in “Frontiers in Medicine” In this review, the researchers highlighted the prevalent symptoms in cirrhosis patients, including pain, muscle cramps, sleep disturbances, and mental health issues, and emphasized the need for a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach for symptom management to improve quality of life.
January 2012 in “China Modern Doctor” This study identified multiple factors associated with the onset of androgenetic alopecia, including age, occupation, education, mental status, genetic history, and dietary habits, with mental factors being significant.
8 citations
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February 2021 in “Comprehensive psychiatry” This study found that adults with trichotillomania or skin picking disorder experienced significantly poorer sleep quality, which was linked to various factors including age, stress, distress tolerance, impulsivity, and comorbid mental disorders.
January 1953 in “The Lancet” Alopecia areata's causes are unclear, treatments exist but relapses are common.
January 2021 in “Nasza Dermatologia Online” This case report describes a 50-year-old Kashmiri woman with plica polonica, detailing trichoscopic findings of entangled hair with crisscrossing shafts and concretions.
175 citations
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December 1980 in “Archives of Dermatology” In this study, researchers examined two new cases of trichothiodystrophy and observed that the condition is linked to decreased synthesis of high-sulfur matrix proteins in hair.
138 citations
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March 2001 in “Clinics in Dermatology” This review discusses the relationship between perceived stress and hair loss or graying, exploring hair follicles as a model system but reports no new clinical results.
April 2021 in “Sohag Medical Journal” This review outlines the proposed theories behind the development of alopecia areata, emphasizing the autoimmune process involving lost immune privilege in hair follicles, and stresses the need to pinpoint specific pathogenic mechanisms for potential treatments.
5 citations
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April 2013 in “Nasza Dermatologia Online” This study reports no new clinical results on oral zinc therapy for acrodermatitis enteropathica but provides demographic data and symptom prevalence among thirty affected children.
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August 2021 in “Journal of Turkish sleep medicine” In this study, researchers found that women with polycystic ovary syndrome were more likely to experience sleep disorders compared to healthy controls, suggesting a potential link between the syndrome and sleep issues.
5 citations
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August 2022 in “Psychology Research and Behavior Management” This study found that nearly half of those perceiving hair loss reported a significant impact on their quality of life, highlighting potential benefits of seeking medical advice for diagnosis and treatment.
3 citations
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May 2025 in “Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics” In this study, researchers reported that women with polycystic ovary syndrome in a German-speaking population had higher probabilities of depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, and obstructive sleep apnea, all associated with BMI and insulin resistance.
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December 1982 in “PubMed” In this study, sodium valproate as monotherapy stopped seizures in 50% of epileptic children and was most effective in primary generalized and photosensitive epilepsies with notable side effects.
This study found that non-bleeding adverse events associated with NOACs affect multiple organ systems, emphasizing the importance of clinical vigilance. Specific NOACs like dabigatran, apixaban, edoxaban, and rivaroxaban were linked to distinct adverse reactions, including metabolic imbalances, thyroid disorders, and menstrual irregularities.
February 1994 in “Neuroscience letters” This review provides an overview of biotin's role in metabolism and the consequences of deficiency but reports no new clinical findings; it highlights that intestinal bacteria usually meet biotin needs.
September 1989 in “Neuroscience letters” This review discusses the role of biotin in metabolism and its dietary requirements, but provides no new experimental findings.
March 1993 in “Neuroscience letters” This summary outlines the essential roles and recommended daily intakes of biotin, while discussing consequences and mechanisms of deficiency, but presents no new research findings.
March 2025 in “Journal of Environmental Science and Engineering B” This study analyzed soil, water, and carrot samples in Vietnam, and found that organic farming can reduce heavy metal levels in carrots compared to conventional methods, potentially improving their nutritional safety.
63 citations
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March 2016 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review discusses the pathophysiology of sleep disturbance in children with atopic dermatitis and highlights the need for further research on management strategies, but provides no new clinical results.
19 citations
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June 2016 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” This study reported that women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome have higher rates of clinically significant insomnia and excessive daytime sleepiness than women without the condition, highlighting the need for sleep disorder screening in this population.
13 citations
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February 2025 in “Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics” This study found that obesity and a negative body image negatively impact health-related quality of life and mental health in women with PCOS, indicating the need for healthcare professionals to address these issues with effective treatments.
In this study, only a small percentage of women with polycystic ovary syndrome reported using holistic management strategies, highlighting a need for increased focus on comprehensive approaches to managing the condition.