RESUMO
We aimed to assess the knowledge, attitudes and patterns of practice of Moroccan dermatologists and their awareness of psychodermatology (PD). A survey questionnaire was distributed to dermatologists and dermatology trainees from May to July 2022. A total of 112 completed surveys were received. Of these, 63.4% were dermatologists and 36.6% were dermatology residents. Of the participants, 72.3% summarized PD as the psychological impact of dermatological conditions and 50.9% reported frequent involvement with PD. Patients with a psychocutaneous condition represented a significant proportion of dermatological consultations (41.1% of dermatologists stated that 10-25% of their consultations were for psychocutaneous conditions). Only 17% felt 'very comfortable' in the management of PD conditions and 56.3% were not confident prescribing psychotropics. A total of 88.4% had never participated in PD training. Moroccan dermatologists lack a full understanding and proper training in PD. We recommend the incorporation of PD curriculum in training programmes and advocate dermatology and psychiatry liaison.
