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The impact of pediatric skin disease on self-esteem

K L Vivar1, L Kruse1,2

  • 1Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital, Chicago, IL.

International Journal of Women'S Dermatology
|June 7, 2018
PubMed

Insights

Pediatric skin conditions significantly impact children's self-esteem and social well-being. Effective management of these dermatologic disorders is crucial for improving psychosocial outcomes in children.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Dermatology
  • Psychosocial Impact of Skin Conditions
  • Child Psychology

Background:

  • Pediatric skin disorders negatively affect children's self-esteem, social interactions, and daily functioning.
  • These conditions can strain relationships with family and peers, impacting a child's overall development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review common pediatric dermatologic disorders, both congenital and acquired.
  • To describe the significant impact these conditions have on children's self-esteem and psychosocial well-being.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive literature review was performed using the PubMed database.
  • Searched English-language literature for terms including specific skin conditions and self-esteem.

Main Results:

  • Infantile hemangiomas affect early child-caregiver attachment.
  • Port wine stains and atopic dermatitis are linked to bullying and social isolation in school-aged children.
  • Acne and hidradenitis suppurativa in adolescents correlate with depression and suicidal ideation; management improves self-esteem.

Conclusions:

  • Pediatric skin disorders profoundly affect self-esteem across all childhood stages.
  • Beyond medical and surgical treatments, clinicians should address the psychosocial aspects of these conditions.
  • Active assessment and intervention for psychosocial impacts are vital for comprehensive patient care.
Abstract

Keywords:
acneatopic dermatitiscongenital melanocytic nevushidradenitis suppurativainfantile hemangiomaport wine stainself-esteem

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