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Living with disfigurement.

Rob Newell1

  • 1School of Health Studies, University of Bradford.

Nursing Times
|May 8, 2002
PubMed
Summary
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Disfigurement significantly impacts body image and leads to psychological distress, often resembling phobic behaviour. A fear-avoidance model offers a framework for understanding and addressing these psychosocial challenges in healthcare settings.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Nursing
  • Disfigurement Studies

Background:

  • Body-image disturbance due to disfigurement is prevalent in the UK.
  • Limited research exists on the psychosocial consequences of disfigurement.
  • Psychological difficulties associated with disfigurement share similarities with phobic behaviour.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the background of the fear-avoidance model.
  • To provide a framework for nurses to understand psychosocial difficulties following disfigurement.
  • To highlight the relevance of psychological models in disfigurement care.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review exploring the fear-avoidance model.
  • Analysis of existing research on psychosocial consequences of disfigurement.

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  • Conceptual exploration of fear-avoidance principles applied to disfigurement.

    • Main Results:

    • The fear-avoidance model provides a potential framework for understanding psychosocial issues post-disfigurement.
    • Fear and avoidance behaviours are key components of the psychological distress experienced.
    • The model's applicability extends to various nursing settings.

    Conclusions:

    • The fear-avoidance model is a relevant and potentially useful tool for nurses managing patients with disfigurement.
    • Understanding the psychological underpinnings of disfigurement is crucial for effective patient care.
    • Further research is needed to fully integrate this model into clinical practice.