RT Book, Section A1 Sun, Mary D. A1 Liu, Helen A1 Rieder, Evan A. A2 Baumann, Leslie S. A2 Rieder, Evan A. A2 Sun, Mary D. SR Print(0) ID 1190669743 T1 Psychosocial Challenges in Aesthetic Dermatology T2 Baumann’s Cosmetic Dermatology, 3e YR 2022 FD 2022 PB McGraw Hill LLC PP New York, NY SN 9780071794190 LK dermatology.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1190669743 RD 2024/03/28 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.