Difference of Self-identity Levels between Strabismus Patients and Normal Controls

Area of Science:

• Ophthalmology
• Psychology
• Self-identity research

Background:

• Strabismus, or eye misalignment, can impact various aspects of a patient's life.
• Self-identity is a crucial component of psychological well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

• To investigate differences in self-identity among individuals with strabismus, those who have undergone strabismus surgery, and healthy controls.

Main Methods:

• A self-identity test with six sub-sections was administered to three groups: strabismus patients (n=96), post-surgery patients (n=108), and controls (n=147).
• Statistical analysis compared self-identity sub-sections across groups and explored correlations with age at surgery in the post-surgery group.

Main Results:

• Significant differences in subjectivity, self-acceptance, initiative, and familiarity were found between strabismus patients and controls.
• No significant self-identity differences were observed between post-surgery patients and controls.
• In the post-surgery group, age at surgery correlated negatively with initiative and familiarity.

Conclusions:

• Individuals without strabismus report higher self-identity than those with strabismus.
• Surgical correction of strabismus may lead to enhanced self-identity.