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Overview

Pediatric Alopecia Areata Challenge Grant

Purpose: Support research focused on the psychological and emotional well-being of children living with alopecia areata, particularly those in underserved communities.

Geographic Scope: United States

Focus Areas:

  • Mental health of children with alopecia areata

  • Parental coping strategies and experiences

  • Support systems for families in underserved communities

  • Overall well-being and quality of life improvements for pediatric patients and their families
  • Partners: Collaborative effort with the Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance (PeDRA)

    Recent Grant Recipient (2024):

  • Thy Huynh, MD, FAAD and Vinayak K. Nahar, MD, PhD from the University of Mississippi Medical Center

  • Research focused on mental health support for children and parents in underserved communities
  • Contact Information:

  • National Alopecia Areata Foundation

  • Phone: 415-472-3780

  • Email: info@naaf.org

  • Address: 1500 Grant Ave Suite 242, Novato, CA 94945
  • How to Apply

    Application Process

    For current Pediatric Alopecia Areata Challenge Grant application information:

  • Visit: https://www.naaf.org/research-grants/

  • Contact NAAF directly at info@naaf.org or 415-472-3780 for application materials and specific requirements
  • Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    science-researchmental-healthhealth-education

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