Handbook of Psychodermatology

Description

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 treatment of skin disorders using psychological and psychiatric techniques. It is a controversial subspecialty of dermatology because it postulates that a variety of skin conditions can be healed by the mind. This book is a concise guide to psychodermatology for dermatologists. This book gives an overview by providing clinicians with an understanding of the psychological issues associated with dermatological issues. The chapters discuss different types of skin disorder and treatment strategies including meditation, psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, and psychopharmacology. The text differentiates clearly between primary and secondary psychological disorders, and psychophysiological conditions. It is a concise guide to management of psychological impact of skin disorders. The chapters have been written by the renowned and internationally established dermatologists. This book grasps and keeps vital information, succinct text, and dynamic illustrations that facilitate learning in a highly visual approach. Scientists and students will find this book valuable.