12/06/2025
This article highlights a really important and often overlooked aspect of managing psoriasis—how intertwined it is with both sleep and mental health. It’s fascinating to see how sleep disruption can amplify the symptoms of psoriasis, and vice versa, creating a cycle that’s tough to break. And it’s not just about the skin; the mental toll—especially anxiety and depression—seems to play a critical role in exacerbating the physical symptoms.
Psoriasis already makes it hard to get quality sleep, thanks to itching, pain, and inflammation, but the research also suggests that the inflammatory process driving the condition might mess with the body's sleep-regulating system. This idea brings a more holistic view to treating psoriasis—it's not just about addressing the skin symptoms, but also tackling sleep issues and mental health to break the cycle.
Are you dealing with psoriasis, or is this something you’re learning about for a different reason?
Struggling with psoriasis and sleep? Learn how skin flares, poor rest, and mental health issues fuel each other—and how to break the vicious cycle.
