Systematic Review of Psychodermatologic Assessment Tools: Diagnostic Accuracy and Clinical Utility.

ABSTRACT: Primary psychodermatologic disorders such as body dysmorphic disorder, trichotillomania, and excoriation disorder present significant challenges in dermatological and psychiatric assessment due to their complex psychological and dermatological symptoms. Reliable and valid screening tools are essential for effective diagnosis and management, yet there is a lack of consensus on the most appropriate instruments. A systematic review was conducted, identifying 81 studies that employed 45 different psychodermatologic tools, of which 13 studies provided empirical data on their diagnostic accuracy. Tools were assessed for their psychometric properties, including sensitivity, specificity, reliability, and validity. The Body Dysmorphic Disorder Questionnaire (BDDQ) and its variants demonstrated high

SUBMITTER: Clark C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12432274 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep-Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature