Hair Loss Can Cause Emotional Damages That Can be Harder to Heal
By: Benedict Smythe
Submitted: 2008-08-25 17:26:42 | Word Count: 543
Since hair is one’s crowning glory, it is very important to an individual’s perception of his attractiveness and image to the public. Self esteem, self worth and many other aspects that depict a person’s quality of life are affected when hair loss ensues.
Many studies have proven that people who do not have problems with hair loss are the ones that are viewed as attractive, desirable, and even successful. Those who lose their hair, on the other hand, are older less desirable to most people. The only positive thing that people see from hair loss is the look of wisdom that it provides. Fortunately, people are not shunned from the society all because they are bald. There have been no recorded instances of employment discrimination due to hair loss. Also, many political candidates have their votes despite being bald.
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The Real Damage
Although the society does not abhor balding individuals, there is an unspoken agreement that people who have less hair are not a good sight to behold. Women are more prone to become depressed because of hair loss. They are also likely to feel ashamed about their condition. When this feeling of worthlessness worsens, it turns into bouts of anxiety, depression, and even feelings of committing suicide.
Women also tend to feel more uncomfortable in the presence of other people when they don’t have hair to flaunt. This is the opposite when it comes to men who are suffering from hair loss. Men were observed to have minor concerns on their social status and what the public thinks of them generally. Some can even crack jokes about their condition. But generally, men do not suffer too much from loss of self esteem and other psychological problems. The only thing that makes men uncomfortable about their hair loss condition is the feeling of being unattractive. There are very few cases of men who actually become depressed because of hair loss.
There are many factors that may cause the loss of self worth among balding men. These factors include their marital status, age, and the extent of the hair loss.
Not all people who are experiencing hair loss are worried about their condition. This is evident of the numerous people who have not sought the help of a medical professional when it comes to their hair loss problems. Sometimes, the feeling of worthlessness all depends on the person’s general well being and attitude. So, a person who is generally jovial is less likely to suffer from depression or even the loss of self esteem.
Although some people might not care too much about hair loss, it is still imperative to ask the help of a medical professional so that proper treatment could be done. There are now many forms of treatment that can be utilized to prevent further hair loss. The treatments can be natural (using herbs), in surgical form, transplants, or it can be in the form of creams and pills. Some even rely on wigs to mask the problem. But some cases of hair loss can be reversed and a physician is the only one who can give an expert advice on this. Hair loss should never be taken lightly and self medication should never be practiced.
