June 2026 in “Journal of Applied Animal Welfare Science” This study found that social hair plucking in captive rhesus macaques is linked to alopecia and possibly relates to stress in females.
In this study of captive rhesus macaques, social hair plucking was related to kinship, showed characteristics of both prosocial and aggressive behaviors, and was associated with alopecia and hair cortisol concentrations in females.
This study observed that in captive rhesus macaques, social hair plucking is linked to alopecia and has kinship patterns similar to grooming, suggesting it may be socially influenced, though the health impacts and stress hormone (cortisol) changes involved remain uncertain.
This study found that social hair plucking in captive rhesus macaques was associated with alopecia and exhibited patterns similar to both prosocial and aggressive behaviors.
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March 2014 in “Body Image” This paper explores the social challenges individuals with medical hair loss face when using wigs, highlighting the complex identity management involved and the social obligations to disclose wig use to close ones.
November 2025 in “Anxiety Stress & Coping” This study found that generalized anxiety disorder symptoms predicted higher emotional distress and hair cortisol concentration, with dominance unexpectedly increasing the impact of anxiety on hair cortisol.
June 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)” In this study, higher DHA/omega-6 fatty acid ratios were linked to increased social impairment in individuals with autism, alongside lower antioxidant enzyme levels and higher markers of lipid peroxidation.
January 2026 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” In this study, dermatologists' TikTok content more frequently recommended standard treatments for hair and scalp disorders compared to influencers, who were more likely to suggest alternative options.
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January 2013 in “UNICA IRIS Institutional Research Information System (University of Cagliari)” This study found that chronic treatment with EE/LNG in female rats decreased brain concentrations of allopregnanolone, leading to reduced social and sexual behaviors; progesterone administration reversed these effects, except when finasteride was used to block the increase.
June 2026 in “Psychosomatic Medicine and General Practice” In this study, women with metabolic and mixed-type alopecia showed different coping strategies; metabolic alopecia patients predominantly used adaptive strategies like problem-solving, while those with mixed alopecia often exhibited maladaptive strategies such as avoidance, with these behaviors being linked to higher levels of psychological maladjustment.
December 2020 in “Current Sexual Health Reports” This review discusses the role of neurosteroids and androgens throughout different life stages, noting the potential disruptions caused by 5α-reductase inhibitors like finasteride, but no new clinical results are reported.
June 2025 in “British Journal of Dermatology” In this systematic review, the authors found that hair loss in women causes significant psychological distress, with supportive interventions like cognitive behavioral therapy and cosmetic solutions helping to reduce anxiety, improve coping, and enhance quality of life.
This study found that social hair plucking in captive rhesus macaques may share traits with both prosocial and aggressive behaviors and is associated with alopecia and hair cortisol levels.
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May 2014 in “Conservation Physiology” This study found that lower salmon availability was associated with higher stress hormone levels in grizzly and black bears, influencing their physiological responses and competitive behaviors.
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May 2006 in “Journal of Neurochemistry” This study found that social isolation in rats enhanced ethanol's effects on brain steroidogenesis and GABA A receptor function, altering related behavior more than in non-isolated rats.
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January 2022 in “Einstein (São Paulo)” This study found that during the early pandemic months of 2020, there was a significant increase in dermatological conditions linked to stress and behavioral changes compared to the same period in 2019.
July 2026 in “JMIR Dermatology” This study analyzed online discussions and search behavior in Gulf countries, uncovering significant engagement and identifying gaps in awareness and understanding of alopecia areata among patients and healthcare professionals, suggesting a need for targeted educational initiatives to enhance support and reduce stigma.
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March 2003 in “The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice/Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice” This article reviews behavioral dermatology, highlighting the importance of integrating physiological, social, and environmental factors in managing dermatologic conditions with behavioral components, but reports no new clinical results.
December 2023 in “Journal of the Korean Society of Cosmetology” This study found that individual lifestyle factors, such as aesthetic, personality, and social orientations, positively influence appearance interest and beauty management behavior.
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February 2018 in “Psychoneuroendocrinology” This study found that male 5α-reductase 2 knockout mice showed deficits in social dominance behaviors and reduced dopamine receptor binding in a brain region related to social ranking.
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August 2009 in “Nursing for Women's Health” This review highlights that while healthcare providers are starting to diagnose polycystic ovary syndrome earlier in teens, the psychological and social needs often remain inadequately addressed.
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January 2007 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” This article reviews the social and functional impact of eyebrow loss and highlights the limited treatment options compared to scalp alopecia, but reports no new clinical results.
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December 2004 in “Journal of loss & trauma” This study highlights the significant negative psychological and social impacts of alopecia and suggests that treatment approaches should incorporate psychological support.
January 2001 in “대한피부과학회지” This study confirmed that androgenetic alopecia significantly affects the quality of life in male patients, particularly impacting their social experiences and self-perception.
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July 2025 in “BMC Psychology” This study found that gaze duration in a social evaluation task was linked to mental health outcomes in trans men, trans women, and cisgender women more than six months later.
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August 2018 in “Clinics in Dermatology” This article discusses body-focused repetitive behaviors like trichotillomania and excoriation disorder, noting their higher prevalence than previously thought and the importance of dermatologic and psychiatric assessment in treatment; it reports no new clinical results.
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May 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study reports increased instances of trichotillomania-related hair loss in young girls during the COVID-19 pandemic, which may be linked to social isolation and school closures.
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January 2025 in “Translational Psychiatry” In this study, remote photobiomodulation therapy to the lungs improved behavioral and neurological outcomes in rats with repeated closed-head injuries, suggesting potential preventive benefits for brain health.
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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.
This study highlights the importance of understanding the biology and social behavior of Old World monkeys in biomedical research, noting that improper housing can lead to stress-related behaviors that may impact research outcomes.