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GlossaryDermatillomania

compulsive skin picking disorder causing tissue damage and distress

Dermatillomania, also known as Excoriation Disorder or Compulsive Skin Picking, is a mental health condition characterized by the repetitive and compulsive picking of one's own skin, often leading to tissue damage, scarring, and significant distress or impairment in daily functioning. This behavior is often driven by anxiety or stress and can be associated with other disorders such as Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Treatment typically involves cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and, in some cases, medication.

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research Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder in Dermatology

15 citations, September 2015 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft”

Skin doctors should recognize and treat conditions like hair-pulling and skin-picking early, often using therapy and medication, to help 50-70% of patients.

research Dermatological Aspects of Primary Psychiatric Disorders

February 2024 in “Bőrgyógyászati és venerológiai szemle”

Psychological issues with skin problems worsen patients' lives and treatment.

research Nonscarring Alopecias: Overview and Treatment

July 2012 in “Springer eBooks”

The document concludes that proper diagnosis and treatment of nonscarring alopecias can improve quality of life and hair regrowth is possible as the hair follicle remains intact.

research Classification of Psychodermatological Disorders: Proposal of a New International Classification

2 citations, 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.

research Management of Psychiatric Disorders in HIV and Dermatological Conditions

2 citations, March 2022 in “Indian Journal of Psychiatry/Indian journal of psychiatry”

The conclusion is that careful management of both psychiatric and skin conditions is crucial for HIV patients, using medication and interdisciplinary approaches.

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