Acne’s Impact on Life-Changing Decisions Among Young Adults

In a study published in the Italian Journal of Dermatology and Venereology, findings showed that acne has a strong impact on life-changing decisions in young adults.

Researchers aimed to evaluate the influence of acne on major life-changing decisions (MLCD) in young adults and explore the relationship between MLCD profile (MLCDP) and various psychological aspects, including quality of life (QoL), stigmatization, and acceptance of the disease.

The research involved 213 young individuals diagnosed with acne, who completed questionnaires assessing clinical and psychological aspects of their condition. Results revealed that most participants (73.3%) reported acne affected at least one MLCD, with the most common decisions being changes in eating habits, smoking, alcohol consumption, and physical activity.

The MLCDP total score ranged from 0 to 33 points, with a mean of 5.41±6.23 points. Importantly, the MLCDP score showed significant correlations with clinical acne severity, QoL impairment, feelings of stigmatization, and level of illness acceptance.

“MLCDP correlates with impaired QoL, level of stigmatization, and degree of illness acceptance. This should be taken into consideration in the holistic approach to acne patients,” the authors concluded.

Reference
Bień B, Krajewski PK, Szepietowski JC. Acne influences life-changing decisions among young adults. Ital J Dermatol Venerol. 2024;159(2):174-181. doi:10.23736/S2784-8671.24.07754-5