EMOTIONAL IMPACT OF ACNE
Acne’s Emotional Fallout
The impact of acne can be more than skin-deep. Studies have shown that acne can have a significant impact on self-confidence and body image. Even mild breakouts can negatively impact how you feel about yourself. It can make your child feel frustrated, angry and depressed. If acne is controlling your child’s life, it may be time to see a dermatologist.Did You Know
- 39% of teens in a recent study said they avoided going to school because they were embarrassed by acne.
- A 2008 study revealed that people with acne were less likely to participate in sports.
- 55% of 11- to 18-year-olds said acne prevented them from having a boyfriend or girlfriend.
- Acne treatment can alleviate the emotional impact of acne and lead to greater self-confidence.
How Can You Help Your Child Cope?
Your child may not be able to banish blemishes completely, but he or she doesn’t have to give up the quest for clear skin either. Help your child:- Know the acne basics. Learn how and why pimples, blackheads and whiteheads form.
- Take care of his or her skin. Encourage your child to develop a strategic skincare routine to help keep skin healthy.
- Use our Skincare Analysis to get skincare tips for your child to develop his or her own daily routine.
- Talk to your child. Ask how acne is affecting your child’s outlook on the world. Really listen, and try to see things from his or her perspective.
- See a Doctor. When acne has an impact on your child’s emotional life, a doctor can help.
- Take our Emotional Impact Survey. Find out how much you understand about the full impact of acne.
Important Safety Information
During treatment with Differin® 0.1% dryness, erythema, burning or pruritus can occur. These side effects differ in frequency depending on the formulation used of Differin® 0.1% (cream vs. gel). During treatment with Differin® Gel 0.3% signs of cutaneous irritation like redness, scaling, dryness and/or stinging/burning may occur, but should be mild or moderate, occur early in treatment and decrease thereafter. Other side effects that may occur from using Differin® Gel 0.3% include skin discomfort, pruritus and sunburn.
Concomitant use of potentially irritating products or overexposure to sunlight or sunlamps, extreme wind or cold, may increase the potential for irritation from both product concentrations. Use of sunscreen and protective clothing is recommended.
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088