Keeping a positive attitude and openly communicating may help you and the people close to you feel better about your disease.

Managing relationships

Whether you're with friends, coworkers, or someone special, your psoriasis may influence the way they relate to you. Some people may react largely because they don't understand what psoriasis is, or because it makes them feel uncomfortable, or because they're afraid it's contagious. It's important that you try not to let their reactions affect how you feel about yourself. In this section, you'll find a variety of tips to help you keep up a positive attitude and manage your psoriasis in everyday social situations.

All the information contained in this website is intended for educational purposes only. Readers are encouraged to consult other sources and talk with their healthcare provider to obtain further information.

Dating

How can you date with confidence? What happens when the relationship gets more intimate?
Get expert advice on dating.

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Family

Is your psoriasis impacting your family life? Learn how to keep a positive attitude and communicate openly about your disease.

Work

How do you explain your psoriasis to coworkers? Find ways to communicate openly and professionally at work.

Relating to someone with psoriasis

Are you a friend, colleague, relative, or love interest of someone with psoriasis? There may be a variety of ways to help make you both feel comfortable. Learn how to relate to someone with psoriasis.