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¹Cetatea Histria Polyclinic, Bucharest, Romania. lianamanolache@yahoo.com

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Stressful life events are significantly linked to psoriasis onset and recurrence. Family-related issues were the most common triggers, suggesting counseling may help manage psoriasis.

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Area of Science:

Dermatology
Psychosomatic Medicine
Epidemiology

Background:

Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition with potential psychosomatic links.
The role of psychological stress in the initiation and exacerbation of psoriasis requires further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the association between stressful life events and the onset, extension, or recurrence of psoriasis.
To identify specific types of stressors that may trigger or worsen psoriasis.

Main Methods:

A case-control study involving 169 patients with psoriasis and 169 matched controls.
Stressful life events were quantified using Holmes and Rahe's Social Readjustment Rating Scale.
Controls had skin conditions with a low psychosomatic component to isolate psoriasis-specific stress factors.

Main Results:

Over 54% of psoriasis patients reported at least one stressful event, compared to 19.52% of controls (Odds Ratio = 4.92, P < 0.0001).
A significantly higher mean number of stressful events was observed in the psoriasis group (P < 0.0001).
Family-related problems were the most frequently reported stressors (42.7%, P < 0.0001), followed by job/financial issues (31.6%, P < 0.0001) and personal problems (25.6%, P = 0.02).

Conclusions:

Stressful life events, particularly those concerning family matters, are strongly associated with psoriasis, especially during recurrence or extension phases.
The findings support a significant psychosomatic component in psoriasis management.
Counseling for stress management, especially addressing family issues, is recommended for psoriasis patients.