Kenneth Kee

A Simple Guide to Skin Picking Disorder, (Dermatillomania) Diagnosis, Treatment and Related Conditions (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

This book describes Skin Picking Disorder, Diagnosis and Treatment and Related Diseases

Dermatillomania, also known as excoriation disorder or skin picking disorder, is a psychological disorder characterized by the repetitive and compulsive picking, scratching, or digging into one's own skin, often resulting in skin lesions, wounds and tissue damage.

It is classified as an impulse control disorder and is closely related to obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).

People with dermatillomania often feel a strong urge or irresistible impulse to pick at their skin, which can be triggered by various factors such as anxiety, boredom, stress, or perceived imperfections on the skin.

The picking behavior normally provides temporary relief or gratification but it can lead to physical harm, scarring, infections, and emotional distress.

Peeling, injured or ulcerated skin on the lips can happen with dermatillomania.

Lip injury due to the picking or biting of the lips can be due to dermatillomania.

Also known as excoriation disorder or skin-picking disorder, this disorder falls under the category of obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCDs).

When it leads to significant scarring and injuries, this disorder can severely affect a person's mental health, well-being and quality of life.

This disorder gets its name from 3 Greek words:
Derma: skin.
Tillo: pulling (or picking).
Mania: excessive behavior or activity.

Dermatillomania is an uncommon disorder, with an estimated 2% of people having it at any time and up to 5.4% of people having this disorder at some point in their life.

Females are also more prone to seek treatment for this disorder.

Dermatillomania normally begins during the puberty years but can happen at any age.

Dermatillomania is also more prone to occur in people who have "precipitating" disorders such as acne or eczema.

There is a combination of genetic, environmental, and neurobiological factors that play a part in causing skin-picking disorder.

Skin picking disorder may be linked with emotional distress, anxiety, depression, or other mental health disorders.

The main symptom of dermatillomania is the irresistible impulse or urge to pick at the skin.

The act of skin-picking may be reported as:
Scratching.
Digging.
And involve the use of fingernails and fingertips, teeth, tweezers or pins

Diagnosing this disorder requires meeting all 5 criteria:
Skin picking that is continuing or repeated.
Multiple attempts to stop skin picking
Negative impact on various aspects of the life because of shame,embarrassment or other similar emotions.
Skin picking behavior does not happen due to any other medical disorder such as scabies
The skin picking behavior is not due to another mental health disorder such as body dysmorphic disorder

Treatment for dermatillomania normally involves a combination of therapies such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and medicines.

Psychotherapy can treat this disorder in different ways, depending on the method used.
Habit reversal therapy.
Group therapy and peer support.
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
Acceptance and commitment therapy.

The most frequent medicines to help treat this disorder are:
Antidepressants.
Anticonvulsants.
Antipsychotics.
Nutraceuticals.

Persons can learn techniques to manage the urge to pick such as:
Keeping a skin picking diary to track triggers and patterns,
Finding healthy distractions,
Maintaining a skincare routine
Using barrier methods (such as gloves or bandages) to prevent picking.

TABLE OF CONTENT
Introduction
Chapter 1 Skin Picking Disorder
Chapter 2 Cause
Chapter 3 Symptoms
Chapter 4 Diagnosis
Chapter 5 Treatment
Chapter 6 Prognosis
Chapter 7 P...

---

Dieser Download kann aus rechtlichen Gründen nur mit Rechnungsadresse in A, B, CY, CZ, D, DK, EW, E, FIN, F, GR, H, IRL, I, LT, L, LR, M, NL, PL, P, R, S, SLO, SK ausgeliefert werden.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kenneth Kee
• Erscheinungstermin: 14. Juni 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9798215981689
• Artikelnr.: 75904963

Autorenporträt

Dr. Kenneth Kee is a well-known medical doctor from Singapore who has been practicing medicine since 1972.
He graduated from the University of Singapore and furthered his studies with a Master of Science in Health Management in 1991, followed by a Ph.D. in Healthcare Administration in 1993.
Dr. Kee established Kee Clinic in 1974, located in the Holland Drive area of Singapore. The clinic has been a prominent feature of the community, offering general medical services for 5 decades.
Dr Kee also served his country Singapore as a national service police Inspector at night from 1975 to 1985 while working at his clinic during the day.
He had served as a police guard to the Woodland Petroleum Tanks at night during the Indonesian Confrontation period, took part in police rounds at night in the Beach Road area and taught First aid and emergency resuscitation to Police recruits.
He received the Singapore Police Bicentennial 2020 Medallion on 1st March 2024 as recognition for his work in the Singapore Police.
Even as he grew older, Dr. Kee continued to work actively in his clinic, although he eventually reduced his consultation hours.
Beyond his medical career, Dr. Kee is also an author.
He started writing about medical conditions in 2007, using blogs and other online platforms to share his knowledge with a broader audience.
Over time, he published various books, many of which provide simple and accessible guides to different health conditions.
His works include "A Family Doctor's Tale," "My Personal Singapore History," and numerous medical guides, available through platforms like Amazon.
His books often combine his personal experiences as a family doctor with insights into Singapore's healthcare system and history.
Dr. Kee has written extensively on health topics, contributing to both medical literature and general knowledge resources.

Dr. Kenneth Kee has written numerous books, primarily focused on health education and personal experiences as a family doctor. Some of his notable titles include:
"A Family Doctor's Tale"
This book is a blend of Dr. Kee's personal experiences and his reflections on being a family doctor in Singapore. It's a great choice if you're looking for a narrative that combines both medical knowledge and human stories.
"Specialized Medical Conditions"
Books like **"Congestive Heart Failure: Diagnosis and Treatment"** focus on specific conditions, offering in-dept...