Mentally Dealing With Hair Loss
Hair loss is one of the most distressing side effects of cancer treatment. For some, even when your hair grows back, it may serve as a constant reminder of everything terrible you have experienced because of your illness. However, we encourage viewing your new hair as a reminder of your resilience.
A healthy relationship with your hair post-treatment is fundamental to overall mental health and body image. It is difficult to understand how important and defining a person’s hair is to them until it is lost. Unfortunately, society places a lot of value on appearance, especially among young adults. Changes in hair texture, color, and length after treatment can be highly frustrating. Not meeting cultural and societal expectations because of hair loss can cause further stress. Here is a list of expert resources that further touch on this issue.
Coping with hair loss resources:
The Emotional Impact of Losing Your Hair After Cancer Treatment
