February 2025 in “International Journal of Clinical & Experimental Dermatology” In this study, trichoscopy was identified as an effective tool for diagnosing trichotillomania in children, and a multidisciplinary, individualized approach along with family support was deemed essential for managing the condition and achieving sustained remission.
January 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that in patients with seborrheic dermatitis, higher BMI and poor nutrition habits, such as increased consumption of bread and margarine, were associated with more severe disease, and these patients also experienced higher anxiety and stress levels compared to healthy controls.
January 2025 in “Dermatology Review” This paper outlines the clinical features of artefactual skin disorder, emphasizing the complexities in diagnosing the self-inflicted lesions that patients deny, and underscores the importance of integrating dermatological, psychiatric, and psychological treatment approaches.
April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This paper discusses two preclinical models for studying alopecia areata and finds that testing new therapeutic agents should involve both the C3H/HeJ mouse model and the humanized mouse model for comprehensive insights.
January 1987 in “Side effects of drugs annual” This chapter reviews dermatological drugs and cosmetics, identifying common allergens and preservatives linked to contact dermatitis without reporting new clinical results.
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March 2003 in “American Journal of Pathology” This study found that psychoemotional stress disrupts hair growth in mice by terminating anagen and suggests a potential pathway for pharmacological management of stress-related hair loss in humans.
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March 2023 in “Healthcare” This discussion highlights the importance of psychoeducation and communication for patients in risk groups to foster hope and manage their life situations; it presents no new empirical findings.
This article compiles various topics in psychodermatology, such as suicide risk, treatment options, and the psychological impact of conditions like alopecia, but reports no new clinical findings.
January 2024 in “Indian Journal of Psychiatry” This study found that a two-staged screening method for identifying youth at high risk for psychosis in Telangana showed high concordant validity and good predictive validity for transition to psychosis.
August 2023 in “Revista Ibero-Americana de Humanidades, Ciências e Educação” This systematic review found that anxiety disorders are significantly more prevalent among patients with various psychodermatoses compared to the general population.
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January 2017 in “International Journal of Trichology” This paper reviews three cases where analyzing the symbolic and historical aspects of patients' lives using analytical psychology may help understand the psychoemotional disorders linked to their hair problems.
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January 2017 in “Neuropsychopharmacology” This study found that acute sleep deprivation enhanced 5α-reductase expression and activity in the rat prefrontal cortex, and finasteride treatment reduced associated psychosis- and mania-like behaviors.
January 2026 in “SiSli Etfal Hastanesi Tip Bulteni / The Medical Bulletin of Sisli Hospital” This study highlights that progressive hair loss, like androgenetic alopecia in males, is linked to negative psychosocial and psychosexual effects, including potential sexual dysfunction and diminished self-esteem, but few studies have specifically addressed the connection between sexual health and psychological issues in these patients.
May 2024 in “International journal of medicine and psychology.” This study explored how Russian youth aged 18-35 perceive relocation, revealing that attitudes may vary based on stereotypical perceptions of Russia and the USA. The authors used an associative experiment and a psychosemantic approach to identify patterns in these perceptions.
April 2023 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review reports that pediatric alopecia presents in various forms, with alopecia areata being the most common, and emphasizes the need for precise diagnosis and individualized management, including medical and psychossocial approaches, to address both the physical and emotional impact on affected children.
April 2017 in “European Psychiatry” This case report describes a 64-year-old woman who developed delusions after starting citalopram, highlighting citalopram-induced psychosis in older adults as a potential but rare side effect.
This study found that in sleep-deprived rats, increased 5α-reductase expression and activity in the prefrontal cortex contributed to psychosis- and mania-like symptoms, which finasteride ameliorated in a dose-dependent manner.
This source reports that telogenic hair loss, while not leading to complete baldness, significantly impacts patients' quality of life due to its effects on their psychoemotional state; no standardized treatment currently exists, so therapy focuses on addressing trigger factors and psychological well-being.
January 2024 in “Bulletin of Medical Science” In this study of 93 patients, adding pantohematogen to a treatment regimen for androgenetic alopecia led to greater improvements in scalp microcirculation, psychoemotional status, hemoglobin levels, and hair restoration compared to a group receiving scalp physiotherapy.
January 2026 in “Industrial Psychiatry Journal” This study highlights the significant psychiatric effects associated with dengue fever, noting diverse psychological reactions that occur before, during, and after infection, such as anxiety, depression, and even psychosis, and underscores the need for integrated mental health strategies within public health systems for dengue.
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February 2017 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” This case report described a 12-year-old girl initially misdiagnosed with alopecia areata who showed improvement in trichotillomania symptoms after treatment with psychotropic drugs and N-acetylcysteine, highlighting the need for more research to develop standardized treatment guidelines for this chronic condition.
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May 2008 in “Journal of Clinical Oncology” This article compiles references on toxic epidermal necrolysis and cutaneous reactions to anticancer agents but reports no new findings.
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July 1982 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This article discusses hair loss linked to lithium treatment but reports no new clinical findings.
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January 2016 in “Bipolar Disorder” This article reviews the uses, mechanisms, and side effects of valproate in treating bipolar disorder, noting its first-line status for several manic conditions but also highlighting serious risks such as fetal abnormalities.
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October 2016 in “Epilepsy & behavior” In this study, behavioral disturbances were commonly observed with levetiracetam, while somnolence was frequently reported with oxcarbazepine among patients with refractory epilepsy.
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October 2022 in “Frontiers in genetics” This case report describes a 46-year-old Italian woman with congenital adrenal hyperplasia who experienced significant improvements in physical and psychological health after receiving a delayed diagnosis and subsequent treatment.
November 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This animal study found that finasteride, a 5-alpha reductase type 2 inhibitor, decreased dihydrotestosterone levels and c-Fos protein activation in the rat brain, but these effects may diminish after discontinuing the drug.
October 2023 in “Psychiatry research. Case reports” In this study, researchers observed that twins with a novel de novo nonsense variant in HRAS exhibited distinctive features, including neuropsychiatric symptoms, potentially indicating a wider clinical spectrum for conditions known as RASopathies.
January 2023 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” In this case report, follicular unit extraction successfully treated stable segmental vitiligo in the inguinoscrotal region.
July 2017 in “Clin-Alert” Different medications can cause serious side effects in some people.