LEC 11 - Psychological Impacts of Skin Disorders

Question 1

Describe Primary Psychiatric Disorder

Answer 1

• Involve psychiatric conditions that result in self-induced cutaneous manifestations
• Skin condition is secondary to the mental health issue

Question 2

Provide 2 examples of primary psychiatric disorders

Answer 2

1. ) Trichotillomania

2. ) Delusion of parasitosis

Question 3

Describe how drugs can lead to psychosis

Answer 3

The use of drugs like methanphetamine can lead to formication - which is the feeling of ants crawling on the skin. This can lead to scratching and itching which may result in dermatitis.

Question 4

Describe Secondary Psychiatric Disorders

Answer 4

• Disorders associated with disfiguring skin disorders, leading to psychological problems
• Mental issue is secondary to the skin condition

Question 5

Describe Psychophysiological Disorders

Answer 5

Disorders associated with skin problems but are not directly connected to the mind.

I.e. disorders that are adversely affected by stress, behaviour and mood.

E.g. individuals who are stressed are more likely to notice an itch than if they were more relaxed.

Question 6

Identify 3 forms of treatment for mental issues with skin conditions

Answer 6

• Psychosocial
• Counselling & Therapy
• Pharmacological