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Esthetic dermatology and emotional well‐being according to gender
Author(s) -
MartínezGonzález Maria Covadonga,
MartínezGonzález RaquelAmaya,
GuerraTapia Aurora
Publication year - 2018
Publication title -
journal of cosmetic dermatology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.626
H-Index - 44
eISSN - 1473-2165
pISSN - 1473-2130
DOI - 10.1111/jocd.12389
Subject(s) - optimism , cronbach's alpha , population , scale (ratio) , psychology , clinical psychology , perception , medicine , social psychology , psychometrics , physics , environmental health , quantum mechanics , neuroscience
Summary Introduction There has been an increase in the demand for esthetic dermatology treatments within the general population. The purpose of this study was to analyze, within the scope of general population, the relationship between people's perception of esthetic dermatology treatments and emotional well‐being, as well as for differences in gender. Methods The Aesthetic Dermatology and Emotional Well‐Being ( DEBIE ) Scale, [Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology vol. 13 (2014) 336‐345] was applied to 770 Spanish people over 18 years old. The scale is structured according to six factors and classified into two dimensions: (1) Emotional Well‐Being and (2) Perception of Aesthetic Dermatology. Cronbach alpha for the total scale was very high (0.90). Data analysis includes the following: (1) bivariate correlations with Pearson's coefficient; (2) gender differences through Student's t test, and (3) the effect size through R 2 and Cohen's d . Results A statistically significant relationship which is directly proportional has been identified between the degree of emotional well‐being of people (self‐esteem and assertiveness, optimism, and motivation) and the knowledge and attitude toward Aesthetic Dermatology. There are statistically significant differences according to gender: Women have a lower level of emotional well‐being than men, as well as greater knowledge and more positive attitude toward Aesthetic Dermatology. Conclusions People who are familiar with Aesthetic Dermatology and have a better attitude toward it, are also more self‐confident, more optimistic and more motivated; with emotional strength. Regarding gender, it is expected that women may seek more consultation and esthetic dermatology treatments than men do.