When mine gets bad it makes me very depressed and I tend to isolate

I understand. I am trying to push myself, even if that means just being with certain people. As you feel better you'll get back into things. Best to you.

I try not to let it affect me. A majority of my friends know I have it and of course family. The only time I’m really aware of it is when I’m meeting someone new and I have to wonder if anything shows.

I isolate

I believe this is a normal reaction because you think its unpleasant and for me I cannot imagine trying to be romantic with scalp and hair like that. Im sorry you feel that way. It is winter and wearing a neff or other beanie will make it so no one will know as long as you do not take it off and I know it itches some to wear hats.