Informatics-Based Psychotherapeutic and Psychiatric Interventions in Dermatology: Scoping Review of Impacts on Skin Disease Severity and Mental Health Outcomes - Report - MDSpire

Informatics-Based Psychotherapeutic and Psychiatric Interventions in Dermatology: Scoping Review of Impacts on Skin Disease Severity and Mental Health Outcomes

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  • Caroline Lamarre

  • Jeffrey Chivinski

  • Alexandre Hudon

  • June 10, 2026

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Psychotherapeutic and Psychiatric Interventions in Dermatology Utilizing Informatics

Overview

Chronic dermatologic conditions significantly impact mental health, with high rates of depression and anxiety among affected patients.

Background

Chronic skin diseases such as psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, and hidradenitis suppurativa are associated with substantial psychological burdens, including elevated rates of depression and anxiety.

Data Highlights

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Key Findings

  • Approximately 10% of patients with dermatologic conditions meet criteria for clinical depression.
  • Patients with chronic skin conditions report anxiety rates of about 17% and suicidal ideation in 12-13% of cases.
  • Severe skin involvement correlates with higher risks of depression and anxiety.
  • Hidradenitis suppurativa is linked to increased rates of serious mental illnesses and suicidality.
  • Two-thirds of patients with inflammatory dermatoses report high stress, yet fewer than 15% receive psychological support.

Clinical Implications

Clinicians should prioritize mental health screening in patients with chronic dermatologic conditions.

Conclusion

The integration of mental health care into dermatologic practice is essential for addressing the psychological burdens faced by patients.

Related Resources & Content

  1. BMC Psychiatry, Springer, 2026 -- Psychological Disorders and Atopic Dermatitis in Youth: A Systematic Review of Comorbidities and Underlying Mechanisms
  2. JMIR Dermatology -- Dermatologic Conditions and Incident Anxiety in Young Adults: Propensity Score–Matched Retrospective Cohort Study
  3. Clinical Rheumatology -- Artificial Intelligence Applications in Psoriatic Disease: Present Understanding and Prospective Developments
  4. npj Digital Medicine -- Assessing Youth Mental Health Needs Through an Adaptive Digital Tool: Findings from a Cross-Sectional Analysis
  5. Atopic dermatitis clinical guideline -- American Academy of Dermatology
  6. Self-Guided vs Clinician-Guided Online Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Atopic Dermatitis: A Randomized Clinical Trial - PubMed
  7. October 1, 2025 Issue of JAMA Dermatology
  8. Atopic dermatitis clinical guideline
  9. Self-Guided vs Clinician-Guided Online Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Atopic Dermatitis: A Randomized Clinical Trial - PubMed
  10. October 1, 2025 Issue of JAMA Dermatology

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Informatics-Based Psychotherapeutic and Psychiatric Interventions in Dermatology: Scoping Review of Impacts on Skin Disease Severity and Mental Health Outcomes

  • by Caroline Lamarre, Jeffrey Chivinski, Alexandre Hudon

  • June 10, 2026

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