Impulsivity in patients with acne excoriee

Area of Science:

• Psychiatry
• Dermatology
• Behavioral Science

Background:

• Impulsivity, characterized by rapid decision-making and risk-taking, is a core symptom in many psychiatric disorders.
• Impulsivity can significantly influence the progression of various behavior-related diseases.

Purpose of the Study:

• To investigate the association between acne excoriee and distinct dimensions of impulsivity.
• To explore the relationship between acne picking severity and impulsivity.

Main Methods:

• A case-control study involving 30 patients with acne excoriee (AE+) and 30 without (AE-).
• Impulsivity was assessed using the Barratt Impulsivity Scale (BIS).
• The Beck Anxiety Inventory, Beck Depression Inventory, and Skin Picking Scale were also administered.

Main Results:

• Acne excoriee patients (AE+) demonstrated higher scores on the BIS non-planning subscale compared to controls (AE-).
• A positive correlation was observed between acne-picking severity and BIS non-planning scores.
• No significant differences in anxiety or depression levels were found between the groups.

Conclusions:

• Acne excoriee is linked to a deficit in forethought and planning.
• Impulsive personality traits, particularly a lack of future planning, may be associated with acne-picking behaviors.