Pathoharacterological Changes in Individual Psychological Characteristics in Adolescents with Acne

Relevance. During puberty, adolescents exhibit high psychological sensitivity to evaluations of their appearance by others. The presence of acne in adolescents increases the likelihood of developing anxiety disorders and decreases quality of life. It is important to consider the crisis moments associated with adolescence, as acne can negatively impact the development of enduring personality traits. At the same time, the vicious circle of pathogenesis is closed due to hormonal reactions that exacerbate the course of acne, caused by a powerful stressor from teenagers’ feelings about their appearance.

Intention. To determine the features of permanent personality characteristics in adolescents suffering from acne.

Methodology. The analysis of permanent personality characteristics among 294 adolescents aged 13 to 17 years was carried out. Of these, 149 had acne, while 145 people were in the control group. Kettell HCPQ and Eysenck questionnaires were used to assess pathocharacterological changes in adolescents.

Results and discussion. The results of the Eysenck and Kettell questionnaires show that boys and girls with acne usually have high levels of neuroticism. In boys, this is more often combined with introversion and is characterized by shyness and self-doubt, while in girls there is a tendency to underestimate self-esteem and poor coping with negative emotions. Generally, girls also have an introverted personality type, while boys more frequently exhibit extraversion.

Conclusion. Adolescents suffering from acne, both male and female, were characterized by pessimism, secrecy, isolation, unsociability, isolation and high levels of anxiety. They are prone to low self-esteem, isolation, unbalance, vulnerability and complexes. They are characterized by emotional instability, low self-control and frustration.

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