Acne and social anxiety disorder in adults and teens
Apr 16th, 2008 by Michelle
Acne is a major trigger for some individuals with social anxiety disorder. Many adults also suffer from acne well past their teen years. The underlying fear of what other people may be thinking is one of the reasons adults (and teens alike) suffer from social anxiety. Teens can be very cruel to other teens that have acne so finding out the best information on how to treat acne is a must.
Emotional symptoms — depression, anger, low self-esteem — are influenced by an incredible number of variables. So it’s difficult to know for sure whether one’s depression is caused by acne alone or a combination of factors, ranging from trouble in school to on-the-job stress. At the moment, the best way to understand the psychosocial effects of acne seems surprisingly simple: Listen.
So what exactly causes acne? A number of things can cause acne to surface such as hormonal changes, stress, sweat and dirt trapped in pores, inflammation and more. Since my son is in his “tween” stage I bought him some Proactive acne solution and I have to say it works wonders on his skin! His overall complexion is smoother and clearer. He now spends more time in front of the mirror grooming and styling so he can impress a girl he likes. Take a look at the acne.com website and get some valuable information on how to treat acne and gain your self confidence back. Information is power!
