tweens & teens
BY NORTHSHORE MEDICAL & AESTHETICS CENTER
ACNE:
The Emotional
Impact
More than 85% of all people experience acne at some point in their lives,
according to the American Dermatology Association. According to the ADA,
acne is the most common skin disorder and affects 40-50 million Americans
and more than 40 percent of adolescents having acne or acne scarring that
requires treatment by a dermatologist. Acne scars
not only require the attention of physicians, but are
also proven to have psychological and social im-
plications. According to an independent study, 71
percent of those surveyed feel that their scars from
acne negatively affect their self-confidence. To com-
bat the self-image issues that acne scars leave with
patients, Northshore Medical & Aesthetics Center
are committed to raising awareness and give hope
to patients via educating them on the various treat-
ment modalities available.
The unfavorable influence acne scars have on a person’s
self-esteem and self-confidence is a concerning social issue
that cannot be ignored. Acne scars are without a doubt a skin
condition that can have long lasting physical, emotional and
psychological effect on individuals. The overwhelming major-
ity of patients I see are emotional scared and even depressed
as a result of their condition, says Dr. Brown, GP; with Special
Interest in Dermatology and Medical Director of the North-
shore Medical & Aesthetics Center.
As an acne suffer myself, I want to give hope to patients
and to inform them that effective treatments for the manage-
ment of this condition do exist, continues Dr. Brown.
We encourage all who are negatively impacted by acne
scars to recognize Acne Awareness Month by educating them-
selves on tips for making a positive change in how they feel
about their situation, as well as seeking treatment.
40