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OUR MISSION is to improve the quality of life of people who have psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. Through education and advocacy, we promote awareness and understanding, ensure access to treatment and support research that will lead to effective management and, ultimately, a cure.
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Psoriasis is a complex skin disease that affects people physically, as well as emotionally.

Children who have psoriasis face unique concerns, as do parents of children with psoriasis.

Browse the sections below for useful information written especially for kids, teenagers and parents.

New: College-Age Psoriasis Awareness Campaign

For kids

Overview

Facts/What is psoriasis?

Helping others understand

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For teens

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Facts about skin

Coping with psoriasis

Dating and psoriasis

What is a dermatologist?

For parents

Overview

Effects on children

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