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Quality of life and maladjustment associated with hair loss in women with alopecia androgenetica

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  • van der Donk, J.
  • Hunfeld, J.A.M.
  • Passchier, J.
  • Knegt-Junk, K.J.
  • Nieboer, C.

Abstract

Quality of life and maladjustment related to hair loss were studied by means of a standardized interview in a group of 58 women with alopecia androgenetica who applied for treatment at the Department of Dermatology. The hair loss was found to have a negative influence on the quality of life on the majority of them. In 88%, hair loss had negative effects on their daily life; in about 75%, the hair problems were manifested in negative self-esteem and about 50% experienced social problems. General psychosocial maladjustment in relation to hair loss was indicated in almost one-third of the women.

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  • van der Donk, J. & Hunfeld, J.A.M. & Passchier, J. & Knegt-Junk, K.J. & Nieboer, C., 1994. "Quality of life and maladjustment associated with hair loss in women with alopecia androgenetica," Social Science & Medicine, Elsevier, vol. 38(1), pages 159-163, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:socmed:v:38:y:1994:i:1:p:159-163
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