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Balding ... at 18
So, I've been going through it for a couple years. I never really noticed until I was 16 and since then that's pretty much my main focus when I meet people or talk to anyone. Even just being at home is awkward knowing my balding head is just hanging out. I'm not sure how to cope with it. I can't really talk to anyone about it nor do I want to because I'm quite shy about it. My closest friend also has bald spots, but hers are because of an OCD disorder that causes her to pull out her hair and eyelashes. Mine isn't controlled by my own actions, it just exists. It's nice to know someone who also suffers from bald spots (mine is female balding patterns, the whole top of my head has very thin hair). Still, I worry about being accepted by myself more than anyone because I'm so insecure about it but I want to be confident, no matter if I'm completely bald or not. So, in conclusion, I'm wondering how other people battle depression and anxiety caused by hair loss. It would be very helpful!
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Permalink Reply by Katrina Dubasov on
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Well, I do love myself, maybe not ALL of myself, but parts. I'm glad you replied, it's nice to know there is someone else out there who can relate to me!
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Permalink Reply by T on
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To tell you the truth i myself do anything to get my mind off of it im 17 almost 18 and i have had it since i was a kid been resented by almost everyone done bad in school no matter how hard i tried and tons of other things but as long as i get
my mind off it somehow im usually much better... I am trying to develope something that can make it a little more easier for children to cope with it since i myself have had such a hard time doing I really hope it goes through and even if it doesn't i hope you have a amazing rest of your life noone can take your heart away from you, being accepted is an issue but as long as you have heart you can overcome it ^_^ good luck -
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=] you should read my blogs, you'd probably like them. Thank you for the support!
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Permalink Reply by Susan - Jon's Mum on
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My son has battled depression and anxiety because of his hair loss. He is 13, has had alopecia since he was 6. He had anxiety when he first was diagnosed - we think because some other boys were teasing him. Now at 13 and losing all his hair he now has depression. He is seeing a counsellor. We also make sure that he is getting involved with other people. He now goes to a church youth group. They are very accepting people. He has a close friend that he sees quiet alot of. He is in the process of changing schools. He is going to go to a smaller christian school - his friend goes there and he says he feels comfortable there.
So make sure you keep up with your friends. Having a friend who knows how you feel would definately help. Get out there and do things you enjoy doing. Become the person you want to be and don't let other people dictate how you should see yourself. Learn to love yourself for who you are. You are beautiful.
I heard a good quote not that long ago - Think positive, do positive, Be Positive!
My thoughts are with you
Susan -
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=) thank you so much, that is inspirational
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