Psychological effects of acne
Posted in Dermatology on May 6, 2010
In the past, acne was thought of as a rite of passage for teenagers. Many teenagers never got treated as it was assumed that they would just grow out of it. We now know that acne is a chronic disease which can get worse or even start during adulthood. A number of studies have shown the negative psychological effects on both teenagers and adults. The depression and low self esteem caused by active acne can affect school performance, work performance, social life and relationships and permanent scarring can affect a person lifelong. Treatment of acne can have a huge positive impact on a person's life. We have many treatments available for both acne and scarring and can tailor an individual treatment program for each person.