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Does psoriasis make you feel angry? Helpless? Embarrassed? Does it control how you’ll dress for the day? You’re not alone. Most people with psoriasis report that the disease has a significant impact on their everyday lives.

Take our survey to reveal the reality of the impact of psoriasis. You may learn more about how psoriasis affects your quality of life, and you’ll see how your answers compare to those of others who took our survey. Plus, you’ll get compelling statistics from an annual survey conducted by the National Psoriasis Foundation.

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1.	How often do you feel embarrassed and self-conscious because of your psoriasis?

2.	How often do you have to explain your psoriasis to others?

3.	How often do you wear black clothing?

4.	Have you gained weight since you’ve had psoriasis?

5.	How often do you vacuum because of your psoriasis?

6.	How often do you change your sheets because of your psoriasis?

7.	How many moisturizers and/or medications do you use to care for your psoriasis?

8.	How many minutes a day do you spend taking care of your psoriasis?

9.	Has your psoriasis negatively affected your work and/or financial situation?

Now that I know the impact of psoriasis, what can I do about it?

Psoriasis can have a significant impact on your everyday life, but there are things you can do to reduce the impact and reveal the real you to the world.

• Print your answers and share them with your doctor.
• Partner with your doctor to make sure you’re doing everything you can to manage the physical, social, and emotional challenges of psoriasis.
• Find a support group so you can talk to people who know what it’s like to be you.