Why Is My Hair Thinning?

A 2-minute quiz for women noticing hair changes in their 40s and 50s

“I hear concerns about hair thinning from many women in their 40s and 50s. Often the question is not just how do I fix it, but why is it happening. This quiz is designed to help you begin thinking about possible causes and whether further evaluation may help.”

— Dr. Crystal A  Maxwell
LIGHT Family Wellness


Many women begin noticing hair changes during their 40s and 50s. Hormones, stress, metabolic health, and genetics can all play a role.


Take this quick quiz to see what may be contributing.

 (select all that apply)