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ArticleBrain sciences2024

Factors Associated with Anxiety, Depression, and Quality of Life in Patients with Psoriasis: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Salvatore Cipolla, Pierluigi Catapano, Antonio Fiorino Bonamico, Valeria De Santis, Roberta Murolo, Francesca Romano, Antonio Volpicelli, Francesco Perris, Ada Lo Schiavo, Michele Fabrazzo and 1 more

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Article in Brain sciences, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 6 papers.

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  6. Molecular Link Between Psoriasis and Depression-Update on Pathophysiology.International journal of molecular sciences · 2025
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Salvatore CipollaDepartment of Psychiatry, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Largo Madonna delle Grazie 1, 80138 Naples, Italy.ORCID 0000-0001-8995-9020
Pierluigi CatapanoDepartment of Psychiatry, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Largo Madonna delle Grazie 1, 80138 Naples, Italy.
Antonio Fiorino BonamicoDepartment of Psychiatry, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Largo Madonna delle Grazie 1, 80138 Naples, Italy.
Valeria De SantisDepartment of Psychiatry, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Largo Madonna delle Grazie 1, 80138 Naples, Italy.
Roberta MuroloDepartment of Psychiatry, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Largo Madonna delle Grazie 1, 80138 Naples, Italy.
Francesca RomanoDermatology Unit, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Via S. Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy.
Antonio VolpicelliDepartment of Psychiatry, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Largo Madonna delle Grazie 1, 80138 Naples, Italy.
Francesco PerrisDepartment of Psychiatry, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Largo Madonna delle Grazie 1, 80138 Naples, Italy.
Ada Lo SchiavoDermatology Unit, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Via S. Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy.
Michele FabrazzoDepartment of Psychiatry, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Largo Madonna delle Grazie 1, 80138 Naples, Italy.ORCID 0000-0002-0231-4025
Francesco CatapanoDepartment of Psychiatry, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Largo Madonna delle Grazie 1, 80138 Naples, Italy.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundPsoriasis is a chronic skin disorder affecting 2-3% of the global population, and is associated with several comorbidities, including psychiatric disorders. This study aimed to identify factors influencing anxiety, depression, and quality of life (QoL) in patients with psoriasis.

methodsThis observational study included 112 patients diagnosed with psoriasis. Dermatological and psychiatric assessments were conducted using Psodisk, the Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HAM-A), Hamilton Depression Rating Scale (HAM-D), Symptom Checklist-90-Revised (SCL-90-R), and 36-Item Short Form Health Survey (SF-36). Descriptive statistics, correlation analyses, and multivariate regression models were employed.

resultsThe sample was predominantly middle-aged males (mean age 48.91 years). Females (

conclusionsThe study underscores the complex relationship between psoriasis, psychiatric comorbidities, and QoL. Key factors exacerbating anxiety and depression include female gender, arthritis, and sedentary lifestyle. Comprehensive management of psoriasis should address both dermatological and psychological aspects, with a focus on pain relief and improving sleep quality to enhance overall patient well-being.

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affective disordersanxietydepressionmental healthpsoriasispsychiatric comorbiditiesquality of life

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PMID39335361
PMCPMC11430425

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