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    GlossarySocial Anxiety Disorder

    intense fear of social situations due to potential judgment

    Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD), also known as social phobia, is a mental health condition characterized by an intense, persistent fear of being watched and judged by others in social or performance situations. This fear can lead to significant distress and impair daily functioning, often causing individuals to avoid social interactions or endure them with extreme anxiety.

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      community Huge anxiety after taking finasteride

      in Treatment  25 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experiences severe anxiety and physical symptoms after taking finasteride and is seeking alternative hair loss treatments since dutasteride is unavailable. They suspect an allergic reaction to finasteride and have stopped using it.

      community Hair loss mental effect is so bad

      in Satire  177 upvotes 8 months ago
      Hair loss negatively affects mental health, causing anxiety and depression. Minoxidil and finasteride are discussed as treatments, but side effects and mental health concerns remain.

      community Post Finasteride Syndrome, A dangerous lie.

      in Chat  142 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user initially had side effects from finasteride, attributed them to anxiety and the nocebo effect, and after resuming the drug, experienced positive effects and now warns against misinformation about Post Finasteride Syndrome.

      community Giving up on ever feeling comfortable in my body

      in Update  80 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss without success and feels extremely uncomfortable with their appearance, including being bald and short. They express deep unhappiness and social isolation. Suggestions from others include adopting stoicism, focusing on personal development, considering a hair system, improving fashion, working out, and seeking therapy for mental health.

      community I’m considering stopping finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  157 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is considering stopping finasteride due to depression, anxiety, and difficulty building muscle, despite its effectiveness in stopping hair loss. Suggestions include reducing the dose, switching to topical solutions, or consulting a doctor for alternatives like dutasteride or RU58841.