TY - CHAP M1 - Book, Section TI - Psychosocial Challenges in Aesthetic Dermatology A1 - Sun, Mary D. A1 - Liu, Helen A1 - Rieder, Evan A. A2 - Baumann, Leslie S. A2 - Rieder, Evan A. A2 - Sun, Mary D. PY - 2022 T2 - Baumann’s Cosmetic Dermatology, 3e AB - SUMMARY POINTSWhat’s Important?Aesthetic practitioners may encounter patients who present with cosmetic concerns secondary to psychological distress or psychiatric illness. Identifying and appropriately managing these patients is critical to protecting the interests of both patients and providers.To address challenges and issues during the clinical visit, providers can utilize a variety of techniques to set personal boundaries, screen for psychiatric disorders, and effectively communicate with dissatisfied patients.What’s New?The advent of various technological advancements and widespread social media use can adversely impact individuals seeking cosmetic treatment.Individuals who seek out aesthetic dermatology practices may be more likely to meet substance-related disorder criteria for cosmetic interventions.What’s Coming?Research is ongoing to better understand and manage aesthetic-related effects of social media use, racial morphing, and cosmetic addiction. SN - PB - McGraw Hill LLC CY - New York, NY Y2 - 2024/03/28 UR - dermatology.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1197534894 ER -