September 2016 in “Journal of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery/The Journal of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery/The journal of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery” This article discusses advancements in heart tissue engineering, emphasizing the importance of environmental signals for cardiomyocyte survival and growth, but reports no new clinical findings.
July 2019 in “Acta horticulturae” This study suggests that horticultural therapy may help cancer patients identify their experience of hair loss and regrowth with personal growth and emotional healing.
This article discusses various treatments for androgenic alopecia, focusing on subcutaneous injections of autologous platelet-rich plasma, but does not report new clinical results.
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September 2018 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” This review discusses the distinct clinical and psychological aspects of adult female acne and reports no new clinical results, highlighting the need for a comprehensive management approach.
This review discusses how permanent micropigmentation can restore eyebrow appearance and potentially improve psychosocial well-being in cancer survivors experiencing alopecia after chemotherapy, but it reports no new clinical results.
October 2023 in “The Open public health journal” This study explored how alopecia impacts the socio-emotional lives and daily adaptation of women, finding that while not life-threatening, alopecia initially affects how they adjust to daily routines and perceive social and partner relationships.
January 2009 in “Yearbook of Endocrinology” DHEA therapy improves pubic hair growth and psychological well-being in young females with central adrenal insufficiency.
February 2009 in “Endocrinology” This study evaluated the use of oral DHEA for treating atrichia pubis and psychological distress in young females with central adrenal insufficiency but reports no new results.
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October 2023 in “Journal of Mind and Medical Sciences” This source presents a comprehensive review of the literature on diabetes, highlighting the complex factors involved in its development and the importance of prevention, early diagnosis, and a multi-faceted treatment approach for effective management.
August 2024 in “International Journal of Health Science” This narrative review found that Telogen Effluvium significantly affects women in Brazil due to its psychological impact and limited access to treatment, exacerbated by economic and healthcare disparities.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review found that hair loss is nearly universal by mid-life, significantly impacts psychological well-being, especially for women, and that users often discontinue the leading treatment, minoxidil, due to adherence issues.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review highlights that hair loss is nearly universal by mid-life, poses significant psychological burdens, particularly for women, and shows that many discontinue minoxidil due to adherence challenges.
November 2025 in “Dermatological Reviews” This study found that eyebrow mesotherapy with a growth factor-based serum improved eyebrow width, length, density, and psychosocial outcomes such as social engagement, quality of life, confidence, and mood in individuals with sparse or weakened eyebrows.
May 2026 in “Pakistan Journal of Health Sciences” This study observed that among 84 patients with alopecia areata, the majority were aware of the condition before diagnosis and perceived it as hereditary or exacerbated by stress, highlighting the need for both medical and psychosocial support to enhance their quality of life.
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May 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This manuscript reviews the latest understanding of alopecia areata's pathogenesis, highlighting the roles of genetic, immunological, and environmental factors, with a focus on immune responses involving IFN-γ and cytotoxic CD8+ T-cells as key contributors to hair follicle inflammation and function disruption without follicle destruction.
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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.
June 2026 in “Psychiatry Neurology and Medical Psychology” In this study, researchers found that women with mixed-genesis alopecia exhibited more significant psychological maladaptation and disturbances in self-attitude than those with metabolic alopecia, suggesting the importance of tailored psychotherapeutic approaches to improve their psychological adaptation and quality of life.
June 2025 in “Patient Preference and Adherence” This study examined Chinese adult patients' discussions on social media about JAK inhibitors for alopecia areata, highlighting significant interest in these treatments but also concerns about efficacy, relapse, side effects, and the emotional impact of the condition.
August 2024 in “Nutrition Bulletin” This editorial examines how GLP-1 receptor agonists, providing significant weight loss and cardiovascular benefits, can be integrated into a comprehensive obesity treatment alongside diet and lifestyle changes, but highlights the need for further guidance on their real-world application and multidisciplinary care.
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November 2022 in “Frontiers in Medicine” This study found that people with alopecia areata have a higher likelihood of experiencing anxiety and depression, and a moderate negative impact on their quality of life compared to healthy individuals.
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September 2012 in “TURKDERM” In this study, alopecia areata patients reported higher anxiety, depression, and lower quality of life compared to those with androgenetic alopecia and healthy controls.
April 2019 in “University of Huddersfield Repository (University of Huddersfield)” This study explored the experiences of adolescents with alopecia and their parents, highlighting the emotional distress caused by the condition and the inadequate response of healthcare professionals to their needs.
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January 2003 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” This review discusses various pediatric hair loss conditions and treatments, highlighting the importance of a holistic approach and noting that no single treatment is universally effective.
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November 2010 in “Current Opinion in Supportive and Palliative Care” This review discusses interventions for chemotherapy-induced hair loss and reports no new clinical results; scalp cooling and nutritional support are considered potential strategies but not yet substantiated.
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December 2011 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” This review discusses the spectrum of unwanted facial hair in women and outlines a holistic treatment approach, emphasizing tailored regimens that address individual needs and causative factors, but provides no new clinical results.
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September 2024 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This review identified several changeable psychosocial factors, like acceptance, as potential targets for interventions aimed at reducing self-stigma and improving mental health in affected individuals.
10 citations
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July 2021 in “International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases” This review summarizes evidence indicating that body image issues in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus should be addressed with the same importance as physical symptoms like pain and disability.
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October 2020 in “International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health” This study found that in women irradiated for tinea capitis as children, greater hair loss severity was associated with an increased risk of various mental health issues, particularly social anxiety.
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April 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that androgenetic alopecia significantly impacts young men's quality of life, affecting their self-esteem and daily functioning, and highlights the need for a specialized assessment tool.
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September 2017 in “Textual Practice” This paper analyzes Hilary Mantel's memoir, "Giving Up The Ghost," highlighting how childhood family dynamics influenced her bodily perceptions and acceptance of female gender identity, impacting her experience of endometriosis symptoms.