Young and vitiligo? Then the program Face IT for young people maybe something for you. Check out the brand new website!

The website www.faceitvoorjongeren.nl offers an attractive design assistance program for young people aged 12 to 18 who have a visible condition that affects their appearance. Especially at that age, insecurity about your appearance can seriously undermine your self-confidence. There can also be bullying, which makes young people even more insecure. It is nice to know that you are not the only one, and that you can find online support - at home and in your own time. The site also offers a forum where young people with a visible skin condition can come into contact with each other.

The program Face IT for young people was developed in collaboration with young people, doctors, psychologists and nurses. Participants participate in 7 online sessions of approximately 45 minutes, one per week. After six weeks there is another quiz session to refresh what you have learned. Participants can do all sessions at home at a time that suits them and therefore do not have to go to a hospital or practice to talk to a therapist. The sessions consist of various learning activities, films, assignments and advice.

The first tests have already been done by 15 young people. A larger usage study among 200 young people will follow in May/June. Further information about this will follow.