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Emotionally Dealing with Acne
It is a fact that nearly 17 million people in the United States alone currently have acne.
Thus, acne is the most common skin disease. However, if so many americans are afflicted with
this skin disease, then why is there a social stigma with acne? Due to the ever increasing
social and media pressure on americans to become as beautiful as they can be, acne can be a
detering blow. If acne is untreated, then it can lead to disfiguration of the skin and
permanent scarring affecting self esteem for years to come. First, acne must not only be
treated physically, but emotionally as well. Since acne predominantly affects teens during
puberty, which is a stage of generally low self-esteem as the body develops, acne can cause
deep emotional scars as well. How does a teen, who is constantly bombarded by media influences
telling them that they have to look perfect, accept acne as a common problem that should have
no effect on their personal worth? There are several tips that these teens can do that can
help overcome acne emotionally. Attend Motivational Summer Camps
Join Clubs at SchoolParticipate in SportsDevelop a
TalentWork at a Part-Time Job These tips help build self-
esteem that acne breaks down. For instance, if a teen participates in sports, then not only
will they feel that they are part of a group (comradery) but also revel in the accomplishments
of the team. A Part-Time job gives the teen a sense of worth, that they can be a valuable part
of the work force. The money earned helps gives the teen more self-worth, that they have
earned it. If the teen has a natural talent, such as music, the parents can encourage the teen
to develop the talent. Developing a talent not only instills within the teen a healthy
work ethic (practice), but seeing the gradual improvement will help boost self-esteem. Perhaps
the largest resource that teens can use to overcome the emotional scars of acne is their
parents. If parents talked to their teens regularly, and have open conversations with their
teen about their acne, then the teen will feel less ashamed of their dilema. Parents can also
relate their own experiences with acne, since most americans deal with pimples and zits at
least in some point in their life. Parents can also get advice from other parents on how they
have helped their teens deal with acne.
While acne can be devestating for teens during the developmental years of puberty, the
worst scarring can be emotional, not physical. Teens should always remember that acne is a
common skin disease that affects many americans. If acne is hurting their self-esteem, parents
can boost their self-worth by maintaining open conversations with their children and encourage
activities such as clubs, sports, and developing talents.
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