What is the prevalence of Dermatillomania?
How many people does Dermatillomania affect? Does it have the same prevalence in men and women? And in the different countries?
Dermatillomania, also known as excoriation disorder or skin picking disorder, is a mental health condition characterized by compulsive picking, scratching, or picking at the skin. The prevalence of dermatillomania is estimated to be around 1.4% to 5.4% of the general population, with higher rates among individuals with other mental health disorders such as anxiety or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It affects people of all ages and genders, but is more commonly reported in females. Dermatillomania can have significant negative impacts on a person's physical and emotional well-being, and it is important to seek professional help for diagnosis and treatment.
Dermatillomania, also known as excoriation disorder or skin picking disorder, is a psychological condition characterized by repetitive picking, scratching, or picking at one's own skin. It often results in skin damage, scarring, and emotional distress.
The prevalence of dermatillomania varies among different populations and studies. However, research suggests that it affects approximately 1.4% to 5.4% of the general population. It is more common in females than males, with a female-to-male ratio of about 3:1.
While the exact cause of dermatillomania is unknown, it is believed to be associated with various factors including genetic predisposition, environmental triggers, and underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, or obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
It is important to note that dermatillomania often goes undiagnosed or misdiagnosed, as individuals may feel ashamed or embarrassed about their behavior and try to hide it. Seeking professional help from a mental health provider, such as a psychologist or psychiatrist, is crucial for accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
Estimates of prevalence of the condition range from 1.4 to 5.4% in the general population. One U.S. telephone survey found that 16.6% of respondents "picked their skin to the point of noticeable tissue damage" and that 1.4% would qualify as meeting the requirements of excoriation disorder. Another community survey found a rate of 5.4% had excoriation disorder. A survey of college students found a rate of 4%. One study found that among non-disabled adults, 63% of individuals engaged in some form of skin picking and 5.4% engaged in serious skin picking. Lastly, a survey of dermatology patients found that 2% suffered from excoriation disorder.
Posted Sep 14, 2017 by Linda 4500
For some, the onset happens before age 10. For others, it starts in the teens with acne. Others may not see onset until the ages of 30-45. Dermatillomania can onset at any age. Dermatillomania is more common in females than in males, but does affect both.
Dermatillomania is more prevalent in people who have family members with the disorder, people who have certain other mental health disorders like depression and OCD, and people with certain other disorders such as Prader–Willi syndrome and Smith–Magenis syndrome.
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Posted Oct 14, 2019 by Brenda-Victoria 3600
