Adolescents with Atopic Dermatitis experience Greater Burden of bullying: JAMA.
Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a skin condition characterized by recurrent eczematous lesions and intense pruritus. Such patients often experience physical and emotional limitations. This chronic inflammatory condition impacts personal and professional fulfillment.
A recent study published in JAMA Dermatology mentioned that Adolescents who have atopic dermatitis experience greater prevalence and frequency of bullying compared to those without the condition.
In this cross-sectional study, a team of researchers compared the prevalence and frequency of bullying among US adolescents aged 12-17 years with/without atopic dermatitis. They analyzed data from the 2021 National Health Interview Survey to examine this association.
Adolescents with skin diseases have reported appearance-based bullying. With greater frequency, this is associated with depression, suicidality, and poor quality of life. In the present study, researchers hypothesized that AD would be associated with increased prevalence and frequency of bullying experiences.
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