About the Shed Your Fears campaign

The Shed Your Fears campaign, brought to you by Get Psorted, aims to raise awareness of psoriasis, challenge attitudes, and empower people living with psoriasis to get connected and find the support they need.

Six courageous people living with psoriasis were invited to take part in a photoshoot to shed their fears and bare all. View their images and discover their stories below.

Discover stories from those living with psoriasis

Alynnis, Dave, Bobbie, Julie, Katie and Lena share their skin and their stories to raise awareness, challenge attitudes and inspire other people with psoriasis to live life on their terms.

 

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Self-confidence and loving the skin you’re in

As Mel says, “I try to live by the saying, love the skin you’re in but sometimes it’s difficult to do that because my skin condition has a ripple effect in every area of my life.” Self-confidence, including body confidence, can have a significant impact on the way psoriatic disease is managed.4 But here, you will hear that your feelings and experiences with confidence are shared throughout our Get Psorted community. You are not alone.

A big, bold decision (1:46 minutes)

At first it was a scary decision, but now Mel shares her thoughts on her transformational new haircut and what it has done not only for her confidence, but also for the way she manages her psoriasis.

The first time I’ve worn shorts in a long time (5:31 minutes)

“For the first time in a long time I wore shorts… I’m happy to dress the way I feel without being insecure or self-conscious about what I look like. It’s a really nice change.”

Facing the online bullies (6:36 minutes)

Mel opens up with a raw account about online bullying and the impact it has had on her. “I try to live by the saying, love the skin you’re in, but sometimes it’s difficult to do that because my skin condition has a ripple effect in every area of my life.”

Ask the experts

Together, our Get Psorted ambassadors have interviewed a range of healthcare professionals to provide you with the most helpful information to manage psoriatic disease. From mindset practices with a psychologist, food choices with a dietician, to the best questions to ask during your next appointment. Check out the series below.

Mel chats to dietician Pennie McCoy (11:00 minutes)

Here, Mel chats with dietician Pennie McCoy who has been practicing for over 15 years, supporting patients with a wide range of conditions – including psoriasis. Their conversation covers the all too important topic of what to eat and how food can impact psoriasis.

Mel chats to GP Dr Mark Kent (12:06 minutes)

Here, Mel regroups with GP Dr Mark Kent on psoriasis fundamentals – what it is, where you can expect to find it, what causes flare-ups and how to best manage them. A video not to miss!

Dr Annika Smith (10:42 minutes)

Together Mel and Annika chat about when to see a dermatologist, the difference between seeing a GP and a specialist, and how a family history can affect psoriatic disease.

Mel with clinical psychologist Dr Candice Lewis – Part 1 (6:58 minutes)

Here, Mel and Candice share a motivating and practical chat for everyone managing psoriasis, covering managing stress, and the importance of mental wellbeing, whether it be living with psoriasis or any chronic condition, with some helpful suggestions that are easy to remember.

Mel with clinical psychologist Dr Candice Lewis – Part 2 (4:36 minutes)

Here, Mel and Candice continue their chat for everyone managing psoriasis.

Mel with clinical psychologist Dr Candice Lewis – Part 3 (6:16 minutes)

Here, Mel and Candice conclude their chat for everyone managing psoriasis.

When a dermatologist and a rheumatologist meet – Part 1/2 (7:25 minutes)

Clinical dermatologist Dr Annika Smith returns with her colleague and practicing rheumatologist, Associate Professor Peter Wong. Together they chat about what psoriatic arthritis is, when it might occur when managing psoriasis and when might be the right time to reach out for additional help.

When a dermatologist and a rheumatologist meet – Part 2/2 (4:44 minutes)

Clinical dermatologist Dr Annika Smith and practicing rheumatologist, Associate Professor Peter Wong, continue their chat about what psoriatic arthritis is, when it might occur when managing psoriasis and when might be the right time to reach out for additional help.

Ask the experts: Christine chats with paediatric dermatologist Dr Li-Chuen Wong – Part 1/2 (10:46 minutes)

Christine and Dr Li-Chuen Wong chat about some of the common questions and concerns parents have for their children with psoriasis. They cover when it’s time to see a specialist, what to expect in a consultation, and the importance of emotional support – especially patience.

Christine chats with paediatric dermatologist Dr Li-Chuen Wong – Part 2/2 (12:07minutes)

Christine and Dr Li-Chuen Wong continue their chat about some of the common questions and concerns parents have for their children with psoriasis. They cover when it’s time to see a specialist, what to expect in a consultation, and the importance of emotional support – especially patience.

Parent corner

For parents, managing children living with psoriatic disease can have its own set of unique and complex challenges. To help, our Get Psorted parent ambassador series is here for mums and dads supporting their little ones with the condition, on top of the trials and tribulations that already come with growing up.

Introducing Christine! – Part 1/3 (5:33 minutes)

Mel introduces Christine, the newest Get Psorted parent ambassador, who shares her experiences of what it’s like taking care of her daughter who was diagnosed with psoriasis at 6 months.

Why sometimes you just need to talk – Part 2/3 (8:38 minutes)

Mel continues her chat with Christine, exploring how she deals with her daughter’s bullies and when she knew she needed to seek professional support.

Why sometimes you just need to talk – Part 3/3 (4:19 minutes)

Mel concludes her chat with Christine, exploring how she deals with her daughter’s bullies and when she knew she needed to seek professional support.

Teaching confidence – where to start?! – Part 1/2 (5:17 minutes)

Christine shares her first video diary of her thoughts about why supporting her daughter’s confidence is key to helping her manage psoriasis at a young age. In part two, she unpacks her top piece of advice for other parents with children with psoriasis wanting to do the same.

Teaching confidence – where to start?! – Part 2/2 (6:12 minutes)

Christine continues her first video diary. Here, she unpacks her top piece of advice for other parents with children with psoriasis wanting to start the same conversation with their kids.

Ask the experts: Christine chats with paediatric dermatologist Dr Li-Chuen Wong – Part 1/2 (10:46 minutes)

Christine and Dr Li-Chuen Wong chat about some of the most common questions and concerns parents have for their children with psoriasis. They cover when it’s time to see a specialist, what to expect in a consultation, and the importance of emotional support – especially patience.

Ask the experts: Christine chats with paediatric dermatologist Dr Li-Chuen Wong – Part 2/2 (12:07 minutes)

Christine and Dr Li-Chuen Wong continue their chat about some of the most common questions and concerns parents have for their children with psoriasis. They cover when it’s time to see a specialist, what to expect in a consultation, and the importance of emotional support – especially patience.

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