In recognition of October as Eczema Awareness Month, we consider the mental health implications of eczema. In this Next Steps in Derm Patient Buzz, dermatologist and clinical psychologist Richard Fried, MD, PhD, shares what clinicians should know about eczema’s mental health impact.
Learn what mental health symptoms are common in eczema patients and how to broach the subject in your patient interactions. Find out how Dr. Fried directs his patients who are looking for help in improving their eczema-related mental health.
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