People with psoriasis are often judged by the appearance of their skin. The stigma associated with psoriasis can be extremely distressing, resulting in feelings of embarrassment and insecurity. Those affected often limit their social and leisure activities, becoming increasingly isolated and disconnected from family and friends. Having psoriasis may affect people’s choices of career, their relationships, and mental wellbeing.

The degree to which individuals are affected can depend on the way they think about their disease, the coping behaviours they engage in and their social networks. Some of those with psoriasis may do very well in life despite having this disabling skin condition. Others may feel that psoriasis has significantly changed the course of their life. It is these real-life differences that Under the Spotlight aims to capture.

In this documentary, three brave people from Ireland have agreed to go under the spotlight to reveal their hopes and dreams, their strengths and struggles. They want to help raise awareness of how psoriasis affects the way they live their lives, the decisions they make and the long-term impact.

Under the Spotlight will follow the lives of these individuals over the next few years to see how living with psoriasis influences their lives over time. The ongoing documentary series will reveal the challenges and triumphs of living with psoriasis around the world.

Under The Spotlight was first launched in Denmark, Sweden and Germany in 2009 where six people shared their stories on how psoriasis affected their lives. You can their stories by logging on www.underthespotlight.com.

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