The Itch to Beat Psoriasis

People with psoriasis may feel anxious and self-conscious about exposing their skin in public spaces, but there are ways to build up confidence.

Strategies for preventing dry, irritated skin include always keeping moisturizer with you and packing clothing you can layer. Read on for more tips.

Psoriasis can impact your mental health, but one way to alleviate anxiety and depression is to join a community of people with chronic conditions.

Psoriasis can impact your daily life, from interfering with sleep to requiring lengthy phone and video calls to sort out medications. Here’s one typical day.

Your psoriasis symptoms can get worse if you make any of these common mistakes, whether showering too often or sticking with a treatment that‘s not working.

For August's Psoriasis Action Month, take these steps to shore up your self-confidence and feel better about your skin condition.

If you have psoriasis, you face higher odds of developing diabetes, obesity, and other medical conditions. A healthy diet can help offset the risk.

Sunlight can help some people with psoriasis, but it is unpredictable, and sunburn can trigger flares. Read on for more about the sun and psoriasis.

No, psoriasis is not contagious — scientists know that the disease is caused by genetics and a faulty immune system. But misconceptions persist.

The insensitive ways others respond to your psoriasis symptoms can harm your self-esteem. But there are ways to quiet the negative voices in your head.

Psoriasis specialty medications are expensive, and insurance providers may push back on authorizing them. But there are ways to navigate the system.

Nail psoriasis can be hard to live with, but effective treatments, doctor-approved tips, and self-confidence boosts can make symptoms easier to bear.

Showering in lukewarm water rather than hot can help prevent skin from becoming itchy and inflamed. Here's why it's so good for psoriasis symptoms.

Psoriasis has a genetic link, but environment matters, too. Read on for more about what parents and grandparents need to know about the risk.

Prayer and meditation can fight the stress that can trigger psoriasis flares and offer perspective on life with a chronic health condition.

Volunteering for psoriasis-related causes can help you find community, give you a sense of purpose, and teach you how to be bold and assertive.

Pets can help ward off anxiety and depression and promote heart health — extra important for people with psoriasis. But they can cause issues, too.

For teens with psoriasis, embarrassment and frustration can make daily life a struggle. But there are ways to cope and emerge a stronger person.

Advice about managing psoriasis symptoms can be tough to follow, especially when it comes to bathing, moisturizing, and being honest with your doctor.