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Anxiety in persons with visual impairment.
Katarzyna Weronika Binder1, Magdalena Agnieszka Wrzesińska1, Józef Kocur2
1Uniwersytet Medyczny w Łodzi, Zakład Rehabilitacji Psychospołecznej.
Psychiatria Polska
|August 11, 2020
Summary
Anxiety is more common in people with visual impairment, yet its causes and prevention strategies remain under-researched. Further investigation is crucial for understanding and addressing this significant mental health challenge.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Ophthalmology
- Public Health
Background:
- Anxiety and anxiety disorders are more prevalent in individuals with visual impairment compared to the general population.
- Existing literature highlights frequent, specific, and chronic anxiety symptoms in this demographic.
- A significant percentage of visually impaired individuals experience depression and/or anxiety.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the occurrence of anxiety in people with visual impairment using current information.
- To identify gaps in the literature regarding the causes, specific problems, and prevention of anxiety in this population.
- To emphasize the need for a distinct consideration of anxiety in visually impaired individuals due to unique daily challenges.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of existing research on anxiety in visually impaired populations.
- Analysis of reported anxiety symptoms, both common and specific.
- Identification of knowledge gaps concerning causes, consequences, and prevention.
Main Results:
- People with visual impairment experience common and specific chronic anxiety symptoms.
- Current literature lacks comprehensive explanations for the causes of anxiety in this group.
- There is a notable absence of recommended prevention strategies for anxiety in visually impaired individuals.
Conclusions:
- The phenomenon of anxiety in visual impairment is significant but poorly understood.
- Further research is essential to explore the biopsychosocial and spiritual impacts of anxiety in this population.
- Tailored approaches are necessary to address the unique aspects of anxiety experienced by visually impaired individuals.
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