Psychodermatology is a field that focuses on the interaction of the skin and the mind. Psychodermatology patients are often challenging to manage because they often lack insight and are not amenable to psychiatric treatment or referral. Therefore, it is important that dermatologists become aware of the psychosocial impact of cutaneous disease and be knowledgeable in the fundamentals of psychodermatologic diagnosis and therapy. However, studies done in several countries report a general lack of perceived knowledge, awareness, and confidence in the management of psychodermatology disorders among dermatologists.
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