Dermatillomania can be hard to talk about. Let's draw about it.
This is a growing collection of art by individuals who have suffered with Skin Picking Disorder.
Acting as a visual portrayal of their journey, these drawings help other sufferers understand they're not alone.
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@vcerkesa, Veronika C., 21, Germany
“I have suffered with dermatillomania since I was 11 years old and thought I was the only one who picked my skin and was ashamed of it. When I was 15 I first read about it online and was able to identify myself with it and for the first time realized that I wasn’t crazy and most importantly alone. There were people out there going through the same thing as me. It made me open up more. At first I was able to tell my closest friends what I was dealing with, and now.. I not only am able to actively talk about it without feeling shame, but I am able to educate people about it. Not only with words but also my paintings and films. I am trying to portray my own experiences dealing with dermatillomania, as well as portray to a outstander what it feels like being in our skin.” -
@vcerkesa, Veronika C., 21, Germany
“I have suffered with dermatillomania since I was 11 years old and thought I was the only one who picked my skin and was ashamed of it. When I was 15 I first read about it online and was able to identify myself with it and for the first time realized that I wasn’t crazy and most importantly alone. There were people out there going through the same thing as me. It made me open up more. At first I was able to tell my closest friends what I was dealing with, and now.. I not only am able to actively talk about it without feeling shame, but I am able to educate people about it. Not only with words but also my paintings and films. I am trying to portray my own experiences dealing with dermatillomania, as well as portray to a outstander what it feels like being in our skin.” -
Gali L., 21, New Mexico -
@cutflowersound, 21, Chile
“I really hope that this helps whoever needs it right now. Dermatillomania is hard, it makes us feel alienated and self conscious, but we should not forget that no matter what, we are still worthy.” -
Conceal/Reveal in Blood
@shulamith_in_shadow, Rivkah S., 33, shulamithinshadow.com -
@peach_pixel, Nadin P., 28, Denmark
“This piece is one of my inktober 2020 pieces. My inktober challenge was all about disorders.” -
M.L., United Arab Emirates
“I drew this before I knew this compulsion had a name. After posting it, I learned, and felt less alone. I’m happy there is a community of people who are openly talking about their experiences.” -
@_nickzart, Nicolás S., 19, Mexico
“I made this based on a picture of myself and my skin picking scars on which i edited the scorpio constellation as a little step towards acceptance, i chose scorpio since that's my zodiac sign, its something I identify as myself. I want to stop looking at my body as something i've "ruined" and accept it how it is, cus including scars, it's mine, and it's me. The truth is that I had been planning to recreate that pic for a while but I had been avoiding it, seeing my body brings me an uncomfortable feeling, but Picking Me Foundation gave me a reason to confront it once and for all and I'm so thankful for their invite. <3”
