Effects Of The ‘disease’ on Neil’s Self Image Flashcards
1
Q
it was still there crawling all over his chest and shoulders: his psoriasis
A
He sees his skin condition as being lime a disease and also like an insect that disgusts him
2
Q
Skin scumming and flaking off the top
A
He thinks it’s dirty and polluted. His skin is falling off and he is disgusted by the sight of it
3
Q
Neil was in agonies with his itch
A
Neil is constantly reminded of his skin condition. It irritated him so that he is in emotional pain
4
Q
He dressed for bed, buttoning his jacket right up to his neck
A
He’s insecure about his body and how it looks so is hiding it
