The Impact of Acne on Social Anxiety, Self-Esteem, and Work

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Acne can lead to social anxiety, withdrawal, and low self-esteem, particularly among women, causing a cycle of avoidance that contributes to social isolation. This can make it challenging for individuals to leave the house and engage in social activities. The study also revealed that more than half of participants experienced an impact on their work due to acne, with difficulties concentrating, constant skin picking, and preoccupation with others' perceptions of their appearance.

Acne has just as many emotional and mental symptoms as it does physical. Having acne in our 20s is a significant source of insecurity, frustration and hopelessness, impacting how we go about making new friends, dating, career opportunities and so much more. In this episode we break down the psychology of acne, investigating the myths about the causes of acne, the subsequent stigma towards acne, the mental consequences we are observing more and more, the impact of social media and facetune, along with how we can manage our self esteem in the face of chronic acne. Listen now!

The article I reference: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5029236/

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