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Psoriasis often shows, so strangers notice it and some of them stare. ShareWell has free online support groups for people living with long-term illness, where what your skin looks like does not matter.
Understanding psoriasis
Psoriasis is a long-term immune condition that causes raised, scaly patches on the skin, and some people also develop a related condition called psoriatic arthritis, which affects the joints. Psoriasis is not contagious, but because it often shows, it affects clothing choices, dating, swimming and confidence.
How peer support helps with psoriasis
Peer support can help with psoriasis because shame about appearance leads people to cover up and stay in. A group is a place to be seen as a person first.
What psoriasis groups often cover
- Stares, and people who wrongly think it is contagious
- Covering up in warm weather
- Dating and intimacy with visible skin
- Joint pain from psoriatic arthritis
ShareWell groups are peer support and do not give medical advice, so please keep working with your care team on anything about diagnosis or treatment. If you are in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Who these groups may help
- People living with psoriasis
- People with psoriatic arthritis
- Anyone who hides their skin
Related topics
These topics often connect with psoriasis and may offer another helpful angle, language, or support space.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a psoriasis group I can join?
I am self-conscious on camera. What can I do?
Is it silly to struggle over a skin condition?
Where can I find medical information about psoriasis?
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