It’s being in constant pain or discomfort all the time. And it feels like, after a while, that there’s nothing I can do about it.”*
Rene, 42
Atopic dermatitis is a noncontagious, long-lasting (chronic) disease that causes itchy and inflamed skin and often requires daily attention. Atopic dermatitis can affect your life in many different ways. Understanding the impact of atopic dermatitis can help you identify areas of concern.
One way to realize the full effect atopic dermatitis can have on your life is with the Wellness Wheel. Think of your life as a circle, or wheel, divided into sections. Each section represents a different part of your life, from your physical health to your relationships. Together, they make up your overall wellness. Rating how satisfied you are with each part of your life determines its size. Viewed as a whole, your wheel shows which areas of your life are going particularly well and which areas could be improved.
Thinking about the past 2 weeks, drag the slider to rate how happy or satisfied you are with each aspect of your overall wellness. The higher you drag the slider, the more satisfied you are. After you finish all of the sections, view your completed Wellness Wheel to see the full role atopic dermatitis plays in your life.
Min
Max
Physical health
Emotional health
Personal growth
Career
Relationships
Time for you
There are things you can do throughout your normal day to help change the effect of atopic dermatitis. In fact, there are many decisions and choices that you make each day that could be contributing to flare-ups. Where are you interested in making a few small changes?
