When bodies release hormones they can:-

• Interrupt hair growth cycle:

  Stress hormones can push hair follicles into a resting phase, known as telogen. This can lead to a temporary increase in hair shedding. 

• Weaken hair follicles:

  Stress can also weaken hair follicles, making them more susceptible to damage and breakage. 

• Cause inflammation:

  Chronic stress can trigger inflammation in the scalp, which can further damage hair follicles and promote hair loss. 

Types of Stress-Related Hair Loss 

• Telogen effluvium:

  This is the most common type of stress-induced hair loss. It typically occurs a few months after a stressful event and lasts for several months. 

• Anagen effluvium:

  This is a less common type of hair loss where hair follicles prematurely enter the resting phase. 

• Alopecia areata:

  In rare cases, severe stress can trigger an autoimmune disorder that causes patchy hair loss.