Trends in Suicidal Ideation and Sadness among Adolescents by Atopic Dermatitis Status, 2007-2024: A Nationwide Representative Study in South Korea.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a common chronic inflammatory skin disorder associated with psychological burdens, including sadness and suicidality. Yet, little is known about long-term trends in these mental health outcomes among adolescents with AD. This study examined temporal trends in suicidal ideation and sadness in South Korean adolescents with and without AD.

Methods

Nationwide data from the Korean Youth Risk Behavior Web-based Survey, comprising middle and high school adolescents, were utilized, covering the period from 2007 to 2024. Weighted prevalence estimates were calculated to evaluate trends of questionnaire-based suicidal ideation and sadness by AD status. To examine the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, the study period was categorized into three per

SUBMITTER: Lee H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12779284 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature