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ArticleJAAD international2026

Digital psychotherapeutic interventions to reduce dermatological symptom burden: Development and testing of MindMySkin.

Jia Yi Chua, Valencia Long, Pei Ming Yeo, Jiayan Ding, Janet Dua, Nisha Suyien Chandran, Qasrina Lim, Hui Xin See Tow, Wilson Sim, Wan Ing Chong and 6 more

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16 authors.

Jia Yi ChuaDepartment of Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore.
Valencia LongDivision of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, National University Hospital, Singapore, Singapore.
Pei Ming YeoSengkang General Hospital, Singapore, Singapore.
Jiayan DingDepartment of Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore.
Janet DuaDepartment of Dermatology, Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, Singapore, Singapore.
Nisha Suyien ChandranDepartment of Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore.
Qasrina LimDivision of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, National University Hospital, Singapore, Singapore.
Hui Xin See TowDepartment of Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore.
Wilson SimDepartment of Internal Medicine, Singapore Health Services, Singapore, Singapore.
Wan Ing ChongDepartment of Psychiatry, Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, Singapore, Singapore.
Oliver SuendermannIntellect Pte Ltd, Singapore, Singapore.
Diego Pitta De AraujoResearch Support Unit, National University Healthcare System, Singapore, Singapore.
Jose Maria ValderasCentre for Research in Health Systems Performance, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore.
Phillip PhanDepartment of Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore.
Kean J HsuPsychology, Faculty of Arts and Social Science, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore.
Ellie ChoiDepartment of Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Background: Although cognitive and behavioral factors significantly impact dermatological outcomes, psychobehavioral interventions remain inaccessible and underused. Objective: To develop and test a psychobehavioral intervention (MindMySkin) delivered via a mobile application. Methods: Needs assessment, evidence-based module development, and formative user-centered evaluation were conducted in participants with eczema, psoriasis, or chronic urticaria. The developed prototype modules were further iteratively refined following additional qualitative and quantitative feedback. Results: 27 participants contributed to 24 1:1 interviews and 231 responses between June 2023 and November 2024. Modules were highly rated (median score 4 or 5/5) for utility, interest, understandability, and recommendation for inclusion, underscoring strong acceptability. Participants valued the informative content and conversational tone but highlighted skepticism toward reflection exercises and oversimplification of patient difficulties. Design challenges include balancing time demanding but effective modules with shorter more appealing content. The final intervention comprised 74 modules addressing illness coherence, symptom management, functional impairment, emotional impairment, and the patient-physician relationship. Limitations: No participant reviewed the full program and modules were assigned, limiting insights on voluntary adherence. Conclusion: This study establishes the unmet need for psychotherapeutic support and demonstrates the acceptability, appropriateness, and usability of a self-administered psychobehavioral intervention in improving dermatological care.

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behavioralchronic skin diseasecomplex interventionsdermatologydigitaleczemafeasibility studyhealth services researchimplementationmental healthmhealthpatient-centered carepatient outcomespsoriasispsychodermatologypsychologicalpsychotherapeuticsurticariauser acceptability

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PMID41393359
PMCPMC12701700

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