Autogenous training in complex treatment of psoriasis and chronic allergic dermatoses
The objective of the research was to study the psychological features according to Spielberg-Hanin, Wasserman, Beck scales among men suffering from psoriasis and chronic allergic dermatoses, and to work out method of their treatment with the use of Schulz autogenous training. 101 men with psoriasis and 98 men with chronic allergic dermatoses as well as 197 healthy men forming the control group were examined. Statistically higher levels of situational and personal anxiety, neurotization and depression were determined in patients with chronic dermatoses in comparison with the group of healthy men. The use of Schultz method of autogenous training in combination with the basic therapy for chronic dermatoses improved the clinical presentation of the diseases, improved life quality, reduced the levels of situational anxiety, depression and neurotization.