Mindfulness Matters

Research has demonstrated a correlation between stress and eczema – stress causes eczema to flare, and flaring eczema worsens stress. Mindfulness-based practices have been shown to decrease inflammatory markers, improve sleep quality and decrease itch, stress, depression and fatigue. Dr. Mamta Jhaveri will discuss the eczema-stress connection, explain how mindfulness can help fight flares, and identify useful ways to integrate mindfulness practices into your daily life. Presenter Mamta Jhaveri, M.D. Assistant Professor of Dermatology Board certified dermatologist Johns Hopkins Medicine Washington, D.C. Host Emily Fesler Eczema warrior, certified yoga and meditation teacher