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Rosie has alopecia universalis. She had rapid hair loss from her scalp in her first year at secondary school. This was quickly followed by the loss of other body hair. She has tried steroid treatments but found that topical immunotherapy treatment with DPCP (diphenylcyclopropenone) is most effective.
Rosie is 18 years old and has just started at university. She lives in a shared flat with other students. Her ethnicity is White British.
(Text only clips) Laurel has had alopecia areata for 2 and a half years. Alopecia impacted on her confidence as she feels less pretty. Laurel recently shaved her head to fundraise for alopecia. This received local publicity which has taken the pressure off her to hide her hair loss.
Laurel is 17 years old and a school student. Her ethnic background is White Scottish.
Emilie developed alopecia universalis when she was 4 years old. She remembers feeling very angry about her hair loss throughout her childhood. Over time, and with the support of loved ones, Emilie has grown more confident and accepting of having alopecia.
Emilie is 18 years old. She recently finished sixth form and is due to start at university. Her ethnic background is White English.
Hannah had rapid hair loss when she was 16. Alopecia knocked her confidence a great deal and she struggled to cope with it at first. She found alopecia support online and has since helped others through making her own inspiring videos.
Hannah is 21 years old and lives at home with her parents. Her ethnicity is White British.
(Audio or text only clips) Arti developed alopecia areata 10 months ago. She had a small initial patch which turned into more rapid hair loss. Alopecia has had a huge emotional and social impact on Arti, though she is coping better now since using hair pieces and wigs.
Arti is a 22 year old postgraduate student. Her ethnic background is British Indian.
(Audio or text only clips) Annie Y has had alopecia totalis since she was 3. She has worn wigs since the age of 14 and finds that most people are unaware that she has the condition. Annie Y thinks it's important to hear positive stories about living with alopecia and not just those focusing on stigma.
Annie Y is 23. She lives in rented accommodation with housemates. Her ethnic background is White British.
(Text only clips) Danny has had alopecia since he was born. He says that it doesn't have much of an impact on his life. Danny usually chooses not to cover his head with hats and he doesn't wear a wig, so he has to be careful about using sun cream to prevent sunburn.
Danny is 14 years old and a secondary school student. He lives at home with his mum. His ethnicity is White British.
Annie X first developed a bald patch in her hair when she was 11. She was prescribed a steroid ointment but prefers to use alternative therapies such as homeopathy. Annie X has struggled a great deal with the impact of alopecia on her self-esteem and confidence.
Annie X is 15 years old and a secondary school student. She lives with her parents and her sister. Her ethnicity is White British.
(Text only clips) Rochelle developed a bald patch on her temple when she was aged 14. She saw a dermatologist once but did not find it helpful. The prescribed medications didn't work for her and she has since been trying different products bought from hair shops.
Rochelle is 23 years old. She is in a long term relationship and lives at home with her parents. Her ethnicity is Black Caribbean.
Meghan was diagnosed with alopecia at age 10. Her hair loss happened whilst she was starting secondary school and she experienced a lot of bullying. She is now studying at university and considering trying topical immunotherapy treatment for her alopecia.
Meghan is 20 years old. She is single and an undergraduate university student living in shared accommodation. Her ethnic background is White English.
