TLDR Psychiatric issues often appear as skin problems, affecting 30% of dermatology patients.
The systematic review conducted from January 2010 to February 2022 focused on psychocutaneous disorders, which are psychiatric conditions with skin manifestations. It found a 30% prevalence of psychiatric comorbidity in dermatology outpatient settings. Key disorders identified included delusional infestations, factitious skin disorders, obsessive-compulsive excoriation disorder, and trichotillomania. The review provided updated and detailed information to aid in the timely detection and treatment of these disorders.
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June 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Hair loss lowers quality of life, causing embarrassment, frustration, and sexual rejection.
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April 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Many skin patients have mental health issues, but few dermatologists are well-versed in treating these conditions.
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January 2015 in “Advances in Psychosomatic Medicine” Many skin patients also have mental health issues, and doctors should treat both together.
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December 2023 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The document suggests a new way to categorize skin and mind disorders into two main groups to reduce confusion.
February 2024 in “Bőrgyógyászati és venerológiai szemle” Psychological issues with skin problems worsen patients' lives and treatment.
April 2023 in “JOJ dermatology & cosmetics” The conclusion is that a team of skin doctors and psychiatrists is needed to better treat patients with mind-skin disorders.
