The American Journal of Managed Care (12/23, Rath) reports, “Alopecia areata has a greater impact on the mental health and work-related outcomes of non-White individuals compared with White individuals, according to a study.” Investigators found that “Greater risks of depressive episodes…recurrent major depressive disorder…and anxiety disorders…were linked to alopecia areata.” The data indicated that “participants of Black ethnicity had elevated rates of alopecia areata–associated risk of anxiety disorders.” Meanwhile, “mental health risks linked to alopecia areata were observed in urban areas but not rural regions.” The findings were published in British Journal of Dermatology.
Related Links:
— “Alopecia Areata Linked to Mental Health, Socioeconomic, Racial Disparities,” Cameron Santoro, American Journal of Managed Care, December 23, 2024