Personality in Patients with Psoriasis

Martín-Brufau, Ramón; Ulnik, Jorge; Redondo, Carmen Brufau; Berná, Francisco-Javier Corbalán

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“…Most remarkably, patients were found to favour practical over abstract thought, lacked innovation, and exhibited dependence and non-dominant personality styles. 8 Later research that attempted to define this personality type has shown that patients with psoriasis are more likely to possess a Type D (D for "distressed") personality, characterised by high levels of negative affectivity (NA) and social inhibition (SI). 9 NA refers to the tendency to experience negative emotions across time and situations, whereas SI refers to the tendency to inhibit behaviours and the expression of emotions in social interactions.…”

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Psychological Profile of Patients with Psoriasis

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Bewley

Oon

2018

Ann Acad Med Singap

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Introduction: Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory disease with a global prevalence of approximately 2% and significant psychiatric comorbidity. There is a great deal of existing literature assessing different aspects of psychology in psoriasis. We aimed to conduct an in-depth review of current evidence linking psoriasis to personality traits and psychiatric comorbidities, as well as factors that put these patients at risk of psychopathology. Materials and Methods: A search of the PubMed database identified 1632 articles. We included articles studying psychological comorbidity in patients with psoriasis, looking especially at personality characteristics, and data linking psoriasis with increased risks of psychological distress, depression, anxiety and suicidality. In particular, we also evaluated subgroups in psoriasis found to be at risk. Results: Patients with psoriasis are more likely to be alexithymic, lack body awareness and possess a Type D personality. Alcohol, but not illicit drug use, disorders are also more common in patients with psoriasis. Patient groups who are especially at risk of psychological distress include women, younger patients, patients with a younger age of disease onset, those who self-assess their psoriasis to be severe, and those with lesions on visible or sensitive areas. Adopting motivational interviewing skills and incorporating the use of learning materials during consultations have been found to be useful. Conclusion: The knowledge of personality characteristics, “at-risk” groups, and early recognition of psychological distress among patients with psoriasis can help clinicians provide better holistic care and encourage a change in patients’ behaviour. Key words: Alexithymia, Personality, Psychopathology, Suicidality

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Psychological Profile of Patients with Psoriasis

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Bewley

Oon

2018

Ann Acad Med Singap

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“…Also, Matussek, Agerer, and Seibt (1985) reported that patients with psoriasis had greater aggression toward others when compared with healthy controls, whereas subsequent studies reported a decreased ability to express anger towards others in psoriasis patients (Ginsburg & Link, 1993). Finally, Martín-Brufau, Ulnik, Brufau Redondo, and Corbalán Berná (2012) found a maladjusted personality profile in psoriatic patients mainly characterized by dependency, compliancy, and difficulties in expressing negative emotions when compared with healthy controls. The authors commented on the paucity of personality studies on dermatological patients, particularly patients affected by psoriasis, and advocated further studies in this area.…”

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Investigating Personality and Psychopathology in Patients With Psoriasis

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Abstract. A broad range of literature reported higher rates of psychopathology and personality disorders among patients affected by skin conditions. Specifically, depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideations are more frequently reported by patients affected by skin diseases. This study aimed to examine psychopathology and personality in a group of patients affected by psoriasis by means of a self-report measure (Millon Clinical Multiaxial Inventory – MCMI-III) and a performance-based technique (Wartegg Drawing Completion Test [WDCT], CWS). Study results showed a higher rate of passive-aggressiveness and paranoia among psoriatic patients (MCMI-III). When assessing patients through the performance-based technique (WDCT, CWS), a higher rate of global rejection (GR) – linked by previous literature to suicidal ideation – and a lower affective quality of the drawings emerged. We discuss the clinical importance of detecting psychological issues in dermatology patients by means of a multimethod assessment that goes beyond patients’ self-evaluation of their symptoms and emotions.

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Agreeableness and Self-Consciousness as Predictors of Induced Scratching and Itch in Patients with Psoriasis

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This study showed distinct findings for PS patients and HC regarding the relationship between agreeableness and induced scratching. The relationship between public self-consciousness and induced itch was positive in both groups. The distinct finding regarding agreeableness supports the idea that scoring low on this scale might be a protective factor for scratching in PS patients. Future research should investigate mediating factors of the outlined relationships.

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Personality in Patients with Psoriasis

Cited by 2 publications

References 94 publications

Psychological Profile of Patients with Psoriasis

Psychological Profile of Patients with Psoriasis

Investigating Personality and Psychopathology in Patients With Psoriasis

Agreeableness and Self-Consciousness as Predictors of Induced Scratching and Itch in Patients with Psoriasis

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