the connection between depression and hair loss
By Tamim Hamid Posted on 02/07/2017

The Connection Between Depression and Hair Loss

Did you know there's a strong connection between your psychological well being and hair loss? Or that it's particularly strong in winter months?

Depending on where you live, the winter months can often appear dark and gloomy: cold weather, rain, snow, clouds, and no sunlight. A lack of sunlight can cause Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), also known as winter depression. SAD affects about 10 million Americans and can lead to a plethora of health problems – including hair loss.

Link Between Depression and Hair Loss

Various factors, including genetics, hormonal imbalances, certain medical conditions, medications, and stress, can cause hair loss. While stress itself doesn't directly cause hair loss, it can still exacerbate conditions that do, such as alopecia areata, telogen effluvium, and trichotillomania.

Depression is also a mental health disorder characterized by persistent sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest or pleasure in activities. While depression can lead to changes in behavior and physical health, its effect can also indirectly contribute to hair loss.

Most people diagnosed with SAD experience its symptoms before winter, and they continue throughout the winter months. Signs can include:

  • A drop in energy level
  • Cravings for sweet or starchy foods
  • Weight gain
  • Irritability
  • Fatigue
  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Hair loss and other health problems!

These symptoms should not simply be brushed off as a simple case of the winter blues. If you’re noticing signs of hair loss, it’s time to begin an effective and natural hair loss treatment that’ll thicken your hair without causing any side effects.

Treatment for Depression Related Hair Loss

To treat depression-related hair loss, we must treat the root cause, depression itself. Although winter depression is a seasonal problem for most people, there are some things you can do to promote hair growth. So, wave goodbye to winter blues with these three tips guaranteed to elevate your mood, energy, and health throughout the year while giving your hair new life.

1) Get 15 Minutes of Sunlight Every Day

Sunlight, particularly UV-B radiation, is essential for your body to produce Vitamin D, which is crucial for human health. A Vitamin D deficiency can lead to a handful of medical problems, including diabetes, cancer, high blood pressure, autoimmune disorders, depression, hair loss, and more.

Just 15 minutes of sunlight exposure a day allows your body to get plenty of Vitamin D. So, make a point of going for a quick stroll around the block when the sun is peaking through the clouds.

Since medical problems usually affect hair follicles and scalp health, reverse hair loss and thicken your hair by wearing the Theradome laser hair regrowth helmet for 20 minutes twice a week. Did you know that the majority of women see a 38% increase in hair count after only 18 weeks?

2) Incorporate Vitamin D into Your Diet

You may not have the luxury of seeing a sunny sky every day, or your physician may recommend staying away from UV rays. If that’s the case, try eating foods rich in Vitamin D. Many types of fish contain an abundance of Vitamin D, including mackerel, salmon, tuna, and herring. Not a fan of fish? Ask your physician about taking Vitamin D supplements.

In the meantime, keep your thick head of hair intact and prevent any signs of thinning hair with the Theradome LH80 PRO. Your hair loss treatment sessions will also strengthen your hair follicles and leave you with much more manageable hair.

Read more on connection of Vitamin D deficiency and hair loss.

3) Boost Your Mood with Exercise

Along with depression and anxiety, SAD can also lead to stress, a well-known cause of hair loss. Exercise can help control stress levels and maintain your health (and your hair’s). So there’s another reason for you to put on your running shoes and head for a nice stroll around the park while soaking in some sun.

Exercise help in reducing stress levels and promote hair growth. Find out how exercise and hair growth are interconnected.

Don’t Let the Blues Weigh Your Hair Down!

Women are four times more likely to be affected by SAD and experience health problems. But there’s no reason to dread winter months, feel alone or like there’s nothing you can do about how you feel. By following the above suggestions, you’ll be able to overcome depression induced hair loss soon be on your way to a healthier, happier you. And always remember the best thing you can do for your hair is begin laser hair regrowth treatments with the Theradome LH80 PRO.

Regain your hair, regain your confidence with Theradome's laser helmet. Don't let hair loss define you. Act today and embrace the journey towards a fuller, more vibrant you.

FAQs

How depression play a role in hair loss?

Depression can lead to increased stress hormones, disrupted hormone balance, inflammation, and changes in behavior that impact the hair growth cycle. Stress related conditions like telogen effluvium and behaviors like hair pulling can contribute to hair loss in some individuals with depression.

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Tamim Hamid

Tamim Hamid

Inventor and CEO of Theradome

Sayyid Tamim Hamid, Ph.D, is the inventor of the world’s first FDA-cleared, wearable phototherapy device to prevent hair loss and thicken and regrow hair. Tamim, a former biomedical engineer at NASA and the inventor of Theradome, brings with him more than 38 years of expertise in product development, laser technology, and biomedical science. Tamim used his laser knowledge, fine-tuned at NASA, and combined it with his driving passion for helping others pursue a lifelong mission in hair loss and restoration. He is now one of the world’s leading experts.