What is the professional term for hair thinning commonly experienced by individuals?

The professional term for hair thinning that is commonly experienced by individuals is alopecia. This term encompasses a variety of conditions that result in hair loss, including androgenetic alopecia, which is often referred to as male or female pattern baldness. Alopecia can affect people of all ages and can result from genetic factors, hormonal changes, medical conditions, stress, and other factors.

The other terms represent different conditions: trichotillomania refers to a psychological disorder characterized by the compulsive urge to pull out one’s hair; dandruff is primarily associated with the flaking of skin on the scalp, often related to seborrheic dermatitis; and scalp psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune condition that results in red, flaky patches on the scalp. Understanding the distinction between these conditions is essential for effective diagnosis and treatment in the field of barbering and hairstyling.