Is it really ever 'just acne'? Considering the psychodermatology of acne

Hughes, Olivia and Bewley, Anthony 2023. Is it really ever 'just acne'? Considering the psychodermatology of acne. British Journal of Dermatology 189 (1) , i11-i16. 10.1093/bjd/ljad251

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Abstract

Acne can create a significant burden for people of all ages. However, the psychological consequences might often be overlooked. This review comments on recent evidence in the field of psychodermatology, to highlight the importance of considering a person's mental health in the treatment of acne. A range of presenting issues are discussed, and cases of underserved patients needing additional considerations are highlighted. This article considers how the psychological sequelae can contribute to the pathogenesis of acne, and discusses how psychotherapeutic approaches can be of benefit to people experiencing appearance-related distress. Importantly, attention is paid to the need for clinicians to assess a patient’s wellbeing alongside their physical symptoms. In doing this, early intervention can be facilitated if psychological comorbidities are present, with referral to appropriate specialist services, where available. To improve treatment outcomes, the skin and the mind must be addressed together in a multidisciplinary approach to dermatology care.

Item Type:	Article
Date Type:	Publication
Status:	Published
Schools:	Psychology
Publisher:	Oxford University Press
ISSN:	0007-0963
Date of First Compliant Deposit:	10 July 2023
Date of Acceptance:	8 July 2023
Last Modified:	07 Nov 2023 11:57
URI:	https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/160895

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