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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP here; I just learned that my grandfather started to go bald in his early 20s; he was bald very early. Does this make it more likely that my DS is starting to go bald? I’m crushed for him - he’s obsessed with his hair. This is really going to upset him. We have an appt. with a derm tomorrow.

Are there any safe treatments for teens? Anything he can do?[/quote]

[b]My son lost his hair in elementary grade due to Alopecia.  it was very difficult for him and me.  The best advice I got from anyone was (1) let him have control over what he can control--if he wants to wear a hat, he wears a hat, if he doesn't, he doesn't (2) don't kill yourself looking for medical solutions when there are none because doing so sends the message that he's not ok without a full head of hair or rather that he's "broken" somehow. I think this advice applies equally to teens like your son. You want to be supportive, confirm there is not medical problem and then DO NOT CATASTROPHIZE this. Hair is just hair.  [/quote][/b]

OP here. This is good advice. Thank you.[/quote]

YES, this is such good advice. Empathize and listen but keep things light and in perspective. I hate people who say it could always be worse, but it’s true. If it is male pattern baldness, get him Minoxidil and offer to pay for a trainer.  The buff guy with a close cut hair cut is stylish and edgy. If necessary, help him focus on a new look, new clothes. [/quote]

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