Efficacy of Adjuvant Mindfulness Techniques in the Treatment of Adult Patients with Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a multisystem chronic inflammatory condition characterized by pruritic rashes and associated with significant comorbid conditions. Psoriasis can be triggered or exacerbated by stress which can in turn perpetuate the cycle of the disease. With no cure, and varying symptoms and treatment plans, developing an individualized therapy can be challenging. Additionally, many pharmaceutical options have significant side effects and/or adverse effects which may add to difficulties associated with the burden of psoriasis. Mindfulness has long been thought of as a healthy way to mitigate stress and offer numerous physical and psychological health benefits. Therefore, this meta-analysis will examine the following: In adults ≥ 18 years of age) who are diagnosed with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis, does supplementing treatment with mindfulness techniques significantly reduce the severity and degree of symptoms and flare-ups