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The causes of dry skin in old age are partly linked to changes in the skin itself, but changes in the body below and environmental factors can be important too

Atopic eczema and stress in the elderly

At all ages atopic eczema has a two way relationship with stress

Atopic Eczema and Attitude in the Elderly: 2

Research shows that seniors who have a positive outlook on aging are healthier, and recover more quickly from illness.

Atopic Eczema and Attitude to the Elderly: 1

Attitudes of others can make or break the success of The Combined Approach

Dermatitis in the elderly

Other types of dermatitis are more common in the elderly, but atopic eczema is increasing, and can be troublesome

Age and distribution of lichenification in chronic atopic eczema

The distribution of chronic atopic eczema varies with age

Neurodermatitis and Habit Reversal

Habit reversal can be an effective treatment in a number of skin conditions

Habit Reversal Tip #23 Whatever Works

Understand the principles of habit reversal, then discover what works for you!

Habit Reversal Tip #22 Habit scratching and atopic eczema

Habit scratching is something everyone does but if you have atopic eczema it is often a cause of treatment resistance