THE SKIN
IS MORE THAN A BARRIER
Social media now shapes how people understand, discuss, and seek care for skin conditions.
It influences patient expectations, treatment choices, and even self-image, making it a central factor in modern dermatologic practice.
It influences patient expectations, treatment choices, and even self-image, making it a central factor in modern dermatologic practice.
As low-quality content lacks reliable medical information, dermatologists must communicate clearly, stay engaging, and promote transparency to combat misinformation and rebuild trust.
THE IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON YOUR SKIN'S HEALTH
Social media use, especially among adolescents with acne or atopic dermatitis, can worsen anxiety, depression, and body dysmorphic disorder.
DERMATOLOGY FACT-CHECKING IS STILL A MISSING LINK.
Among available fact-checking resources (FactCheck.org, Debunk.org, FullFact.org), none focus on dermatology.
SOCIAL MEDIA
FOR DERMATOLOGY ADVANCEMENT
Social platforms can enhance public education, professional collaboration, connection,
awareness and empowerment when used responsibly.
Explore the full chapter to understand how social media reshapes dermatologic
communication, patient experience, and misinformation, and how it can be
strategically harnessed for better care.
Read on to explore the impact of social media on dermatology, and how
opportunities for connection and education coexist with challenges of
credibility, influence, and digital well-being.