Dermatology

Atopic Dermatitis and the Growing Evidence for Its Association with Various Non-Atopic Systemic Diseases

In this soundbite video from the April 2025 ADVENT Forum in Lisbon, Portugal, Prof. Amy Paller reviews emerging evidence linking atopic dermatitis not only to atopic comorbidities but to a range of non-atopic systemic diseases, including mental health disorders, neurodevelopmental conditions and impaired bone health.
Amy Paller
MD, MS
Amy Paller

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Learning objectives

  • Identify the elevated risk of depression, anxiety and attention deficit disorders in children and adults with atopic dermatitis
  • Examine how early-life comorbidities may shape long-term outcomes in education, relationships and overall life trajectory
  • Explore associations between atopic dermatitis severity and systemic health issues such as fracture risk, growth impairment and bone density changes
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About this expert

Dermatology

Amy Paller

MD, MS

Walter J. Hamlin Professor and Chair of Dermatology; Professor of Pediatrics at Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois, US

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Amy Paller