Bald truths on hair loss from men who know
SCIENTISTS are calling for balding Britons to take part in research into how hair loss affects men’s mental health.
Researchers from the University of West England will ask hundreds of men about the psychological impact of living with baldness.
The scientists say that there’s a dearth of research into men and hair loss, with most resources aimed at women.
Fabio Zucchelli, a research associate from the university, says: ‘There’s an assumption that men are relatively unconcerned about their hair loss – perhaps because few men access support.
‘But just like in the wider area of mental health, we now know that lack of support-seeking does not mean men are not struggling with concerns.
‘In fact, it may point to the opposite.’