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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prevention Psoriatic arthritis(PsA) is a type ofinflammatory arthritisthat affects some people with the skin conditionpsoriasis. It frequently affects the joints and the entheses—the areas where tendons and ligaments meet bone. PsA also causes joint pain, stiffness, and swelling, along with a skin rash that appears asskin plaques—raised red patches covered with a white buildup of dead skin cells called scales....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prevention Psoriatic arthritis(PsA) andmultiple sclerosis(MS) are both autoimmune diseases. They occur when the immune system malfunctions and attacks healthy cells and tissue. With PsA, the immune system attacks the skin and joints. With MS, attacks focus on the protective coverings of nerve cells of the brain, spinal cord, and eyes. Both PsA and MS are progressive diseases, which means they will get worse with time....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prevention Psoriatic arthritis(PsA) is a type ofinflammatory arthritisthat causes joint inflammation and pain throughout the body. It most commonly affects the fingers, toes, knees, ankles, and theentheses, the areas where tendons and ligaments meet bone. PsA often causes a condition calledsacroiliitis, which is inflammation of thesacroiliac (SI) joints.Sacroiliitiscommonly causes pain in the hips, low back, buttocks, and legs....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSleep Disorder and Psoriatic DiseaseCausesTips for Better Sleep Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Sleep Disorder and Psoriatic Disease Causes Tips for Better Sleep For those withpsoriatic arthritisandpsoriasis, sleep disorders are common. The main symptoms of psoriatic disease, including dry, itchy skin and joint pain, might be keeping you up at night. Psoriatic disease can occur along withsleep apneaandrestless legs syndrome, two common sleep disorders....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat It IsCausesTreatmentCopingFrequently Asked QuestionsNext in Psoriatic Arthritis GuideAn Overview of Psoriatic Arthritis Triggers Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What It Is Causes Treatment Coping Frequently Asked Questions Next in Psoriatic Arthritis Guide Psoriatic arthritis (PsA)is a chronic disease that—at least for now—has no cure. Treatments are getting better, though. And the more researchers learn about PsA, the more likely it becomes that you could see a psoriatic arthritis cure....

Finding an effective treatment forpsoriatic disease(PD) often requires trial and error. Because people experience PD differently, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach. What’s more, as your disease progresses, you may need new medications or dosages to keep your symptoms under control. There’s a wide variety of medications for treating PD, which is necessary, given that people who live with it experience a wide variety of symptoms. This article explains why PD sometimes can be challenging to manage, describes the medications approved to treat it, and previews those that are being researched....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Frequently Asked Questions Psoriatic spondylitis (also called axial disease) is a type ofpsoriatic arthritis(PsA) in which inflammation affects the spine and causes movement problems in the neck, low back, pelvis, andsacroiliac (SI) joints. Psoriatic spondylitis may also cause joint pain in the arms, legs, hands, and feet. Research published inClinical and Experimental Rheumatologyfound that up to 40% of people with PsA have spine involvement....

Key TakeawaysResearchers found that psilocybin-assisted therapy was at least as effective as traditional antidepressant medication in reducing depression symptoms.Psilocybin may play a role in dissolving the ego while letting the brain form new connections, effectively resetting old thought patterns that can lead to depression and addiction.As evidence for psilocybin-assisted therapy mounts, health systems will likely have to adapt to incorporate it in treatment plans. Key Takeaways Researchers found that psilocybin-assisted therapy was at least as effective as traditional antidepressant medication in reducing depression symptoms....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionTasksWho BenefitsGetting a Psychiatric Service DogWhere You Can Take Them Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Tasks Who Benefits Getting a Psychiatric Service Dog Where You Can Take Them Psychiatric service dogs (PSDs) are animals trained to support people with disabilities due to a mental health illness. These conditions can include post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD),anxietyand panic disorders,depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia, among others....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionThe LinkPrevalenceWhich Provider to SeeTreatment and CopingFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition The Link Prevalence Which Provider to See Treatment and Coping Frequently Asked Questions Psychogenic itch is also known as psychogenicpruritus, somatoform pruritus, functional itch disorder, nonorganic pruritus, psychosomatic pruritus, or functional pruritus. Science Photo Library / Getty Images Psychogenic Itch: Defined The French Psychodermatology Group (FPDG)—an expert group that includes dermatologists, psychologists, and psychiatrists—suggests psychogenic itch be defined as an itch disorder where the itch symptom is physically present, but is triggered and aggravated due to psychological factors....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat It IsHistoryWhen Is It Used?Who Does It?How It WorksResearch Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What It Is History When Is It Used? Who Does It? How It Works Research Psychological first aid (PFA) is a process for helping people after they experience a natural disaster or traumatic event. The goal of PFA is to provide safety, stability, and resources to people in the immediate aftermath of their stressful, disturbing, or life-threatening event....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat to Know About PsychotherapyWhat to Know About CounselingSimilarities and DifferencesWhat Type of Therapy Is Best for You?Finding a Mental Health ProviderGetting Started Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What to Know About Psychotherapy What to Know About Counseling Similarities and Differences What Type of Therapy Is Best for You? Finding a Mental Health Provider Getting Started Psychotherapy and counseling aretherapiesused to improve mental health and well-being....

Key TakeawaysResearch has shown that there is a relationship between the fluctuating hormone levels of the menstrual cycle and a person’s mood.New research suggests that people with symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may notice variations in their symptoms depending on where they are in their menstrual cycle.Understanding how the menstrual cycle affects mood and mental health is beneficial for all patients who get periods. Key Takeaways Research has shown that there is a relationship between the fluctuating hormone levels of the menstrual cycle and a person’s mood....