Psychodermatoses and the Prevalence of Anxiety: Literature Review

This systematic review explored the prevalence of anxiety disorders in patients with psychodermatoses such as psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, acne, alopecia areata, eczema, rosacea, and chronic urticaria. It found a significantly higher prevalence of anxiety disorders in these patients compared to the general population. The review suggests that an integrative treatment approach addressing both dermatological conditions and anxiety, including cognitive-behavioral therapy and anxiolytic medications, may be more effective. However, it highlights the need for more robust longitudinal studies and randomized controlled trials to better understand the causal relationship between anxiety and psychodermatoses and to evaluate specific psychosocial interventions.