J Dorst1, K Seikowski. 1. Selbständige Abteilung für Hämatologie, internistische Onkologie & Hämostaseologie, Universitätsklinikum Leipzig, Leipzig, Deutschland.
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: On the basis of attachment, the study combines results in relationship and psychosomatic research. A buffering hypothesis of a secure attachment in patients with chronic skin diseases is checked. METHODS: Patients with atopic dermatitis (n = 21) and psoriasis (n = 22) were tested with various questionnaires: the German questionnaire for partnership attributes (PFB) and problem list (PL), questionnaire for psychosomatic complaints (BEB), Relationship Scales Questionnaire (RSQ), and a self-designed questionnaire. RESULTS: Unsecurely attached patients with atopic dermatitis feel mentally more disturbed and report more coherence between mental strains and changes in skin surface than securely attached psoriasis patients. There are tendencies to the assumed buffering effects. The study shows hints of the importance of attachment theory in psychosomatic skin diseases. CONCLUSION: In the treatment of patients with chronic skin diseases psychosocial aspects should be taken into consideration. Partnership factors might be used as a resource.
OBJECTIVE: On the basis of attachment, the study combines results in relationship and psychosomatic research. A buffering hypothesis of a secure attachment in patients with chronic skin diseases is checked. METHODS:Patients with atopic dermatitis (n = 21) and psoriasis (n = 22) were tested with various questionnaires: the German questionnaire for partnership attributes (PFB) and problem list (PL), questionnaire for psychosomatic complaints (BEB), Relationship Scales Questionnaire (RSQ), and a self-designed questionnaire. RESULTS: Unsecurely attached patients with atopic dermatitis feel mentally more disturbed and report more coherence between mental strains and changes in skin surface than securely attached psoriasispatients. There are tendencies to the assumed buffering effects. The study shows hints of the importance of attachment theory in psychosomatic skin diseases. CONCLUSION: In the treatment of patients with chronic skin diseases psychosocial aspects should be taken into consideration. Partnership factors might be used as a resource.