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THE PSYCHOLOGY OF SCARS: A MINI-REVIEW

Mildred Ngaage ; Clinical Research Fellow University of Maryland / R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, Maryland ,USA
Mark Agius ; Department of Psychiatry, University of Cambridge, Clare College Cambridge, Cambridge, UK

Sažetak

Scars can result from a range of causes: accidents, surgery, and even acne. The resultant change in appearance can negatively
affect body image and self-confidence. Scarring is stigmatised in society because of the premium placed on beauty - disfigurement or unsightly features are still used to portray evil in horror films, comic strips, and fairy tales. Patients describe scars as living with the trauma and sufferers can feel devalued by society. Scars are inflexible and cause functional impairment which may prompt a change in career and have financial repercussions. Those with scars undergo a remodelling of their emotional state and are more prone to the development of depression and anxiety; feelings of shame and aggression can follow. This creates strain in social interactions, resulting in stunted communication, reduced intimacy, and avoidant behaviours. There is limited treatment available to address the psychological burden in this subset of patients. Additionally, doctors often lack training in recognition and management of psychosocial issues. Steps must be taken to relieve the physical, emotional, and psychological marks caused by scars.

Ključne riječi

scar; adaptation; social psychology; emotional adjustment; body image

Hrčak ID:

263021

URI

https://hrcak.srce.hr/263021

Datum izdavanja:

21.11.2018.

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