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Dermatology Times Spot Test: September 14, 2026

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Key Takeaways

  • Weekly Spot Test quizzes aim to reinforce dermatology knowledge through question-based self-assessment on clinically relevant themes and emerging developments.
  • This week’s focus highlights behavioral neuroscience concepts of habit loops as a framework for interrupting the itch–scratch cycle in atopic dermatitis.
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Put your dermatology expertise to the test with Dermatology Times’ interactive quiz series.

Welcome to Dermatology Times' Spot Test!

Each week, dive into a series of thought-provoking questions designed to test your understanding of essential topics, trends, and breakthroughs in dermatology. This week, we’ll focus on the latest episode of Skin & Psych, on using habit loop science to interrupt the itch-scratch cycle in atopic dermatitis.

Do you have a set of quiz questions to share? Contact editor Marie Bosslett at [email protected] to contribute.

According to Judson Brewer, MD, PhD, which three elements make up a habit loop?


What question does Brewer recommend patients ask when trying to understand a habitual behavior such as scratching?


What did Brewer's team observe in a clinical study involving patients with generalized anxiety disorder?

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