Hairloss and self-esteem
Psychosocial impact
Different researches
Psychosocial impact
It has been proved that hair plays an important role in constituting one's social perceptions, self-image, and psychosocial functioning.
A survey was conducted in five European countries regarding the impact of hair loss on the self-image of men. The major question was how hair loss impacts self-image and personal attractiveness and whether a successful treatment leads to any psychological benefit.
The research showed that of the 1,536, men 729 or 47% reported hair loss and more than 70% of these men reported that hair is an important feature of image while 62% agreed that hair loss affects self-esteem.
In the survey 43% of men were concerned about losing a considerate part of their personal attractiveness; 42% feared becoming bald; 37% worried about getting older; 22% feared negative effects on their social life; 21% showed feelings of depression. 38% of the men claimed reduced self-confidence in terms of personal attractiveness and up to 59% of those who have benefited from effective treatment for hair loss reported that their self-esteem has improved as well.
The Conclusion
Hair loss is not just an aesthetic problem. It is an issue that can have very profound effects on a person's social life success in the workplace, and sexual performance.
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