Excoriation, also known as skin picking disorder or dermatillomania, is a mental health condition characterized by recurrent and compulsive picking, scratching, or rubbing of the skin, leading to tissue damage and skin lesions. Individuals with excoriation disorder may spend significant amounts of time engaged in skin picking behaviors, often in response to feelings of anxiety, tension, or boredom.
Psychological counselling can be highly beneficial in helping individuals overcome Excoriation Disorder by addressing the underlying emotional, cognitive, and behavioral factors contributing to the condition.
Treatment for excoriation disorder typically involves a combination of psychotherapy, medication, and self-help strategies. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) has been found to be particularly effective in treating excoriation disorder, helping individuals identify triggers for skin picking behavior, develop coping skills to manage urges, and challenge distorted beliefs about skin imperfections. Medications such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) may also be prescribed to alleviate symptoms of anxiety or depression and reduce the frequency of skin picking episodes.
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