V. Psychological Implications of Tattoos

Goldstein, F.A.C.P. Norman

doi:10.1111/j.1524-4725.1979.tb00771.x

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“…Sexual preference may be shown by a tattoo. Lesbian tendencies and bisexuality are indicated respectively by four dots on the dorsum of the proximal phalanx of a finger on either hand and by a question mark on the left ring finger, whereas tattoos on the buttocks are commonly found among male homosexuals [41]. We are unaware of any epidemiologic study investigating the risk of an infectious disease associated with different tattoo designs and tattoos on different sites of the body.…”

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Tattooing and risk for transfusion-transmitted diseases: The role of the type, number and design of the tattoos, and the conditions in which they were performed

et al. 2002

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Tattoos have been shown to be associated with transfusion-transmitted diseases (TTDs), particularly hepatitis B virus (HBV) and hepatitis C virus (HCV) infections. Very little is known about the association between different categories of tattoos and TTDs. In a cross-sectional study in Brazil, we studied 182 individuals with tattoos and assessed the odds of testing positive for a TTD according to tattoo type, number, design and performance conditions. Major findings were significant associations between an increasing number of tattoos and HBV infection (odds ratio (OR) of 2·04 for two tattoos and 3·48 for [ges ] 3 tattoos), having a non-professional tattoo and testing positive for at least one TTD (OR = 3·25), and having [ges ] 3 tattoos and testing positive for at least one TTD (OR = 2·98). We suggest that non-professional tattoos and number of tattoos should be assessed as potential deferral criteria in screening blood donors.

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Tattooing and risk for transfusion-transmitted diseases: The role of the type, number and design of the tattoos, and the conditions in which they were performed

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“…The history of decorative tattooing is long, dating back at least to 6000 B.C 1,2 . The motivation for tattooing the skin varies from being a cultural characteristic, 3 as seen in the Maori tribes of New Zealand, who regarded tattoos as a symbol of status, to individuals who have tattoos applied as a function of religious leanings, 4 psychological impairment, 5–8 or as a sign of self‐destructive and rebellious behavior 1 . They have also been used for cosmetic purposes in medical settings 9,10 .…”

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A Superior Method of Tattoo Removal Using the Q‐Switched Ruby Laser

Scheibner¹,

Kenny²,

White³

et al. 1990

The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology

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The Q-switched ruby laser was used to treat 101 amateur and 62 professional tattoos in 80 patients over a period of 22 months. Using a 5- to 8-mm spot size and energy fluences of 2-4 joules/cm2, an average of three retreatments resulted in complete pigment removal in four, nearly complete pigment removal in 84, significant pigment removal in 11, and minimal pigment removal in two amateur tattoos. Using identical parameters for professional tattoos, there was complete pigment removal in two, nearly complete pigment removal in five, significant pigment removal in 18, minimal pigment removal in 25, and very little pigment removal in 12. Professional tattoos with red, yellow, and green pigments faded, but required multiple retreatments. While transient hypopigmentation occurred in many patients, skin texture and hair growth returned to normal in all cases and no hypertrophic scarring was seen.

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“…Both types of study report higher rates of alcoholism, drug misuse, impulsivity, risk-taking behaviour and personality disorders in both men and women (Lander 1943;Post 1968;Measey 1972;Buhrich 1982;Raspa 1990;Inch 1993). These individuals are also more likely to have a history of self-harm, possibly as a result of a disordered personality and increased impulsivity (Goldstein 1979;Buhrich 1982).…”

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Tattoos: what is their significance?

Khosla¹,

Joseph²,

Gordon³

2010

Adv. psychiatr. treat

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SummaryThe prevalence of tattoos is higher among people with mental disorders and those likely to come in contact with mental health services. The motivations for acquiring a tattoo are varied and tattoos can give clues to the presence of particular psychiatric conditions and to the inner world of patients. Psychiatrists need to be aware of the health and safety issues surrounding the tattooing procedure and be able to give appropriate advice to their patients if they wish to acquire a tattoo. The issue of capacity must be considered. This may be particularly relevant for clinicians working with adolescents, the most common age group for acquiring tattoos. Owing to the high proportion of adults who subsequently regret their tattoos and the associated psychological and social distress, clinicians should be aware of methods of tattoo removal.

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V. Psychological Implications of Tattoos

Cited by 35 publications

References 5 publications

Tattooing and risk for transfusion-transmitted diseases: The role of the type, number and design of the tattoos, and the conditions in which they were performed

Tattooing and risk for transfusion-transmitted diseases: The role of the type, number and design of the tattoos, and the conditions in which they were performed

A Superior Method of Tattoo Removal Using the Q‐Switched Ruby Laser

Tattoos: what is their significance?

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