Delighted to publish this with @HannahFrith7 (2021): ‘Psychology’s #Medicalization Of Male #Baldness’. Journal of Health Psychology, 2021. Open access: https://t.co/NUuawN48zX
Psychology's medicalization of male baldness.
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The discussion exemplifies a recognition of the psychological and societal framing of baldness, with mentions of the article's critique on medicalization and commercial influences, such as highlighting the research's focus on body image and health psychology. The tone overall is respectful and somewhat enthusiastic, emphasizing the importance of addressing how baldness is portrayed, which supports the moderate agreement and impact scores.
Most discussions recognize the article's critique of how baldness is medicalized, supporting the idea that society and psychology often pathologize a harmless condition.
Participants show moderate curiosity, as evidenced by references to the authors' focus on body image, commercial influences, and health psychology, indicating engagement beyond surface comments.
The tone is somewhat reserved, with some posts sharing enthusiasm for publication but lacking deep critique or debate about implications, suggesting a moderate level of engagement.
Discussion suggests the article prompts reflection on societal perceptions and commercial interests, hinting at a moderate influence on how baldness is viewed and treated.
Abstract in brief
- Male baldness is generally harmless but is often labeled as a "disease" due to claims about its psychological impact.
- A review of 37 studies found that a large majority were influenced by commercial interests and presented baldness in a negative light.
- Health psychologists are urged to address the medicalization of baldness, enabling men to make educated decisions regarding their hair loss.
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Most liked on X and Bluesky#LBUPsychGang Introducing Dr Glen Jankowski- https://t.co/exmik0CGGB Glen is a Senior Lecturer at LBU who teaches both Social and Health Psychology. His own research focuses upon body image and medicalisation. Here is one of Glen’s latest publications:https://t.co/M35q4udUWQ
Huge thanks to @ssspsycen & to David Marks @newhealthpsych for editing & especially for his & Dr Anthony Pelosi's trailblazing work highlighting tobacco's commercial influence to personality research https://t.co/gmMfrhMku2 Open access: https://t.co/NUuawN48zX 8/8
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Psychology’s medicalization of male baldness - Glen S Jankowski, Hannah Frith, 2022: https://t.co/bXstuhlU62
RT @GlenJankowski: Delighted to publish this with @HannahFrith7 (2021): ‘Psychology’s #Medicalization Of Male #Baldness’. Journal of Health…
#LBUPsychGang Introducing Dr Glen Jankowski- https://t.co/exmik0CGGB Glen is a Senior Lecturer at LBU who teaches both Social and Health Psychology. His own research focuses upon body image and medicalisation. Here is one of Glen’s latest publications:https://t.co/M35q4udUWQ
RT @GlenJankowski: Delighted to publish this with @HannahFrith7 (2021): ‘Psychology’s #Medicalization Of Male #Baldness’. Journal of Health…
RT @GlenJankowski:
RT @GlenJankowski: Huge thanks to @ssspsycen & to David Marks @newhealthpsych for editing & especially for his & Dr Anthony Pelosi's trailb…
RT @GlenJankowski: Delighted to publish this with @HannahFrith7 (2021): ‘Psychology’s #Medicalization Of Male #Baldness’. Journal of Health…
RT @GlenJankowski: Delighted to publish this with @HannahFrith7 (2021): ‘Psychology’s #Medicalization Of Male #Baldness’. Journal of Health…
Huge thanks to @ssspsycen & to David Marks @newhealthpsych for editing & especially for his & Dr Anthony Pelosi's trailblazing work highlighting tobacco's commercial influence to personality research https://t.co/gmMfrhMku2 Open access: https://t.co/NUuawN48zX 8/8
Delighted to publish this with @HannahFrith7 (2021): ‘Psychology’s #Medicalization Of Male #Baldness’. Journal of Health Psychology, 2021. Open access: https://t.co/NUuawN48zX