Adolescents’ beliefs and perceptions of acne vulgaris: A cross-sectional study in Montenegrin schoolchildren

Đurović, Milena Ražnatović; Janković, Janko; Đurović, Milica; Spirić, Jelena; Janković, Slavenka

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“…In these studies, respondents commonly relied on unaccredited sources of information including the internet, parents, and friends, and did not often seek information from doctors and pharmacists 9 . The authors similarly identified several misconceptions regarding acne pathogenesis and reliance on nonevidence‐based therapies 8,9 …”

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“…Our findings are similar to those in two recent cross-sectional studies on adolescent acne perspectives. 8,9 In these studies, respondents commonly relied on unaccredited sources of information including the internet, parents, and friends, and did not often seek information from doctors and pharmacists. 9 The authors similarly identified several misconceptions regarding acne pathogenesis and reliance on nonevidence-based therapies.…”

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“…8,9 In these studies, respondents commonly relied on unaccredited sources of information including the internet, parents, and friends, and did not often seek information from doctors and pharmacists. 9 The authors similarly identified several misconceptions regarding acne pathogenesis and reliance on nonevidence-based therapies. 8,9 Although acne is an extremely common condition among adolescents, multiple studies have identified that preadolescent populations have knowledge gaps regarding acne pathogenesis and management.…”

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“…9 The authors similarly identified several misconceptions regarding acne pathogenesis and reliance on nonevidence-based therapies. 8,9 Although acne is an extremely common condition among adolescents, multiple studies have identified that preadolescent populations have knowledge gaps regarding acne pathogenesis and management. These results emphasize the importance and…”

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Perspectives and knowledge of acne vulgaris among young adolescents

Toy

Wan

Lee

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Pediatric Dermatology

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Acne occurs in up to 90% of young adolescents, but prior research has found that this population exhibits a limited understanding of acne and is vulnerable to myths and misinformation accumulated from family members, friends, and social media. We created a virtual presentation on skin hygiene, acne prevention, and acne‐associated stigma for adolescent youth (aged 9–13) to improve acne health literacy, which was reviewed by three board‐certified dermatologists. A descriptive cross‐sectional study using data collected for quality improvement (n = 209, total) revealed that approximately half (n = 102/202, 50.5%) of all students believed that acne could not be treated with medications, only 34.0% (n = 67/197) believed acne could impact their mental health, and most students incorrectly believed that dirt buildup (n = 124/209, 59.3%) and poor hygiene (n = 125/209, 59.8%) were pathogenic for acne. Our results stress the necessity of early evidence‐based educational interventions as a cornerstone to breaking self‐perpetuating myths and misinformation that may lead to acne mismanagement, delayed access to healthcare, and permanent scarring later in life.

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Diet and Acne: Should Teenagers Avoid Pizza and Chocolate?

Kramer

2023

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Epidemiology and Perception of Acne Among Adolescents in Jos, Nigeria: Cross-Sectional School-Based Study

Adah¹,

Yusufu²,

Otene³

2023

JMIR Dermatol

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Background Adolescents who make up a vast majority of the secondary school population are at a stage at which they are largely affected by acne. This condition, which is widely visible and easily recognized by peers, has numerous misperceptions surrounding it, which may influence attitudes toward people affected by it. There is a paucity of information on the prevalence of acne and how adolescents in Jos, Nigeria, view the condition. Objective This study aimed to determine the prevalence of acne, perceived risk factors, and the accuracy of self-report among adolescents in Jos, Nigeria. The study also sought to understand perceptions surrounding acne in this age group. Methods This descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among adolescents attending private and public secondary schools in Jos, Nigeria. In total, 482 students were recruited through a multistaged stratified random sampling method. A self-administered semistructured questionnaire was used to collect information on history of acne, perceptions of causes, and the attitude toward those who have the condition. All participants were examined for the presence of acne. Univariate, bivariate, and multivariate analysis were conducted using SPSS (version 26; IBM Corp). Results The self-reported prevalence of acne was 44% and that upon clinical examination was 55%. Self-report showed a moderate degree of agreement with clinical diagnosis (Cohen κ=57.3%; P<.001). Predictive factors for the presence of acne in general were age of ≥15 years (odds ratio [OR] 1.79, 95% CI 1.12-2.87; P=.02), being in a private school (OR 2.17, 95% CI 1.38-3.42; P=.001), and being in a senior secondary class (OR 2.14, 95% CI 1.32-3.47; P=.002). The female gender (OR 3.03, 95% CI 1.64-5.61; P=.001) and religion (OR 3.24, 95% CI 1.27-8.24; P=.02) were predictive for acne only among adolescents aged <15 years, while a positive family history was predictive in those aged ≥15 years (OR 2.04, 95% CI 1.15-3.61; P=.02). A distinct perception and attitude pattern surrounding acne was observed, as a significant proportion (84/131, 64.1% vs 47/131, 35.9%; P=.02) of those who related acne to a biological phenomenon had acne themselves; however, the belief that acne is caused by skin lightening practices was significantly more common in those without acne (19/28, 67.9%) than in those with acne (9/28, 32.1%; P=.01). One-fourth of the adolescents (n=122, 25.3%) had no idea of the possible causes of acne. Conclusions Though acne is a prevalent skin condition among Nigerian adolescents, many misperceptions and unfavorable attitudes surround acne and persons affected by the condition. Our findings have revealed the need to work with the school health program to educate the general adolescent population about acne, to refer and manage teenagers with acne.

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Adolescents’ beliefs and perceptions of acne vulgaris: A cross-sectional study in Montenegrin schoolchildren

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References 51 publications

Perspectives and knowledge of acne vulgaris among young adolescents

Perspectives and knowledge of acne vulgaris among young adolescents

Diet and Acne: Should Teenagers Avoid Pizza and Chocolate?

Epidemiology and Perception of Acne Among Adolescents in Jos, Nigeria: Cross-Sectional School-Based Study

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