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The more you know about psoriasis — what it is, how it’s treated, what causes it to flare — and how it affects you, specifically, the better you can handle the stares and the comments that might otherwise lower your self-esteem
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Educating others can even lead to your getting better psoriasis support, as it helps them see that you’re no different than they are on the inside
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Ask your doctor if there are any support groups that meet in your area. You can also search the NPF website for local resources or to connect with others online.
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Talking to a professional about what you’re going through can help you heal. Working with a therapist or counselor who understands psoriasis
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Julie Shafer, PhD, a clinical psychologist in Portland, Oregon, says it’s important to keep psoriasis from controlling your emotions. “From my work with psoriasis patients
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You can overcome moments of low body confidence by visualizing yourself walking through a crowd during a psoriasis flare
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Ottina wears shorts and a bathing suit in the summer even though they won’t hide psoriasis — and she’s comfortable with that.
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Make being as healthy as possible part of your plan for body confidence. That means eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, and giving up bad habits like smoking