Hair loss in your 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond is highly common. Many adults expect some thinning and shedding to occur with age, although individual cases largely depend on genetics, hormones, and lifestyle. However, some people experience hair loss much earlier on in life – even during those critical teenage years when self-perception and scrutiny are at all-time highs. More than the emotional impact, hair loss at an early age might be a warning sign of something more serious, such as an undiagnosed illness.
Consider the following reasons teenagers experience hair loss: