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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Aesthetics
  • Nursing

Background:

  • Self-esteem is a crucial psychological construct.
  • Its application in aesthetic medicine requires specific consideration.
  • Existing definitions may not fully encompass the medical spa context.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the concept of aesthetic self-esteem.
  • To develop a culturally sensitive theoretical definition for medical spas.
  • To provide tools for aesthetic nurse specialists to assess patient self-esteem.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of self-esteem definitions and uses.
  • Exploration of defining attributes, connotations, and empirical referents.
  • Development of a theoretical definition with model, borderline, and contrary cases.

Main Results:

  • Identified various uses and definitions of self-esteem.
  • Examined positive and negative connotations.
  • Constructed a culturally sensitive definition tailored for medical spas.

Conclusions:

  • Aesthetic self-esteem is a distinct concept applicable to medical spa settings.
  • Developed tools can aid aesthetic nurses in patient assessment.
  • A refined definition supports better patient evaluation and care.