CLINICAL-PSYCHOLOGY IN THE MANAGEMENT OF PEDIATRIC SKIN-DISEASE

The role of psychological factors in certain dermatological conditions is not disputed; however, these processes have been much more thoroug hly explored in adult populations than in pediatric populations. There fore, this article reviews relevant adult and child studies. This arti cle explores three aspects of psychological functioning as they relate to dermatological conditions and their treatment, specifically stress and emotional regulation, behavioral and environmental issues, and co mpliance. The goal of this article is to give the practicing dermatolo gist a working overview of psychological factors in pediatric skin dis ease which will facilitate good communication with families around the se issues and referral for adjunctive psychological treatment as neede d.