Excoriation disorder

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Excoriation Disorder

Excoriation disorder (pronunciation: eks-kor-ee-AY-shun dis-OR-der), also known as Dermatillomania or Skin-Picking Disorder, is a mental disorder characterized by the repeated urge to pick at one's own skin, often to the extent that damage is caused.

Etymology

The term "excoriation" comes from the Latin excoriare, which means "to strip off the hide or skin". The term "dermatillomania" is derived from the Greek words derma (skin), tillen (to pull), and mania (madness).

Symptoms

People with excoriation disorder may pick at healthy skin, minor skin irregularities (like pimples or calluses), or lesions caused by the picking. This can result in significant skin damage and scarring, and can cause severe emotional distress and functional impairment.

Causes

The exact cause of excoriation disorder is unknown, but it is thought to be related to other mental health conditions such as Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD). It may also be influenced by genetic and environmental factors.

Treatment

Treatment for excoriation disorder often involves cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), particularly a type of CBT known as Habit Reversal Training (HRT). Medications such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) may also be used.

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