Clinical Management in Psychodermatology

Living with a skin condition can have a significant impact on way of life and emotional well-being. A new specialty,psychodermatology, was invented to address the interaction of the mind and the skin. Psychodermatology is the treatmentof skin disorders using psychological and psychiatric techniques. It is a controversial subspecialty of dermatology because itpostulates that a variety of skin conditions can be healed by the mind. This book is a concise guide to psychodermatology fordermatologists. This book gives an overview by providing clinicians with an understanding of the psychological issuesassociated with dermatological issues. The chapters discuss different types of skin disorder and treatment strategiesincluding meditation, psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, and psychopharmacology. The text differentiates clearly betweenprimary and secondary psychological disorders, and psychophysiological conditions. It is a concise guide to management ofpsychological impact of skin disorders. The chapters have been written by the renowned and internationally establisheddermatologists. This book grasps and keeps vital information, succinct text, and dynamic illustrations that facilitate learningin a highly visual approach. Scientists and students will find this book valuable.