COSPLAY WIGS AS THERAPY: HOW HAIRCRAFT HEALS MENTAL HEALTH

Byline: From anxiety to trauma recovery—why styling synthetic strands is becoming a lifeline for cosplayers worldwide. Opening Hook: In 2022, after a car accident left her with chronic pain and PTSD, 28-year-old graphic designer Mara Lin found herself trapped in a cycle of panic attacks. Then, on a whim, she bought a cheap synthetic wig