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Parental Advice

Acne is not a life threatening condition, however, it would be a mistake to underestimate the impact that it can have on your adolescent child. Often acne becomes such an intense concern for adolescents that they begin to limit social interaction. This can be avoided by reassuring your child via the following steps:

1. First you should find a sympathetic and understanding dermatologist for your child to seek medical treatment with. There are many over-the-counter treatments for acne, however, they need education regarding the many factors associated with the disorder as well and an experienced and supportive professional to provide valuable reassurance. You will leave this appointment with a framework for daily treatment.
   
   
2. Now it is important to make certain that your child will maintain the treatment regimen. You must strike an appropriate balance of insistence and understanding while not nagging your child. It is EXTREMELY important that you do not nag your child, this can cause worse cases of emotional instability while the child begins to believe that he/she is not doing enough to treat the acne. This can lead to over-treatment which will inflame the tissues even more.
   
   
3. Following through on the instructions should fall in the responsibility of the adolescent. They need to be cautioned that scrubbing too vigorously may lead to skin damage and scarring. The importance of using only those prescribed preparations and appliances and carrying out associated directions are emphasized.
   
   
4. Assist them in exploring job or other after-school interests. Acne should not become an excuse to avoid social contacts and activities after school.

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