As we are slowly coming out of lockdown restrictions, I am hearing that people are worried about the comments that may be directed towards them. We have been in a prolonged period of restrictions that may have led to…
International women’s day (IWD) is celebrated worldwide on the 8th of March every year. First designated as a national holiday in 1910, the day is dedicated towards celebrating the political, cultural, economic and social advancements of women, and rejoicing…
What is Psychodermatology? There is a growing voice from dermatology patients telling me that their skin is impacting the way they feel and vice versa. Research shows that patients with the dermatological disease have higher levels of psychological and…
I am a Consultant Dermatologist with a special interest in Psychodermatology (aka a ‘Psychodermatologist’). This means I see skin conditions not only from a medical perspective, but I also consider the psychological impact, especially the effect of stress on…