A mixed methods survey of social anxiety, anxiety, depression and wig use in alopecia.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

This study aimed to examine levels of social anxiety, anxiety and depression reported by people with alopecia as a result of a dermatological condition and associations with wig use. The study also sought to report on experiences of wearing wigs in social situations and the relationship with social confidence.

Design

A cross-sectional survey was sent by email to the Alopecia UK charity mailing list and advertised on social media.

Participants

Inclusion criteria were a diagnosis of alopecia, aged 13 or above and sufficient English to complete the survey. Exclusion criteria included experiencing hair loss as a result of chemotherapy treatment or psychological disorder. Participants (n=338) were predominantly female (97.3%), Caucasian (93.5%) and aged between

SUBMITTER: Montgomery K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5566602 | biostudies-literature | 2017 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature