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The impact of perceived stigma on appearance anxiety in postoperative rhinoplasty patients: A variable-centered and
Dajun Yang1, Chang Hu2, Ziming Zhou3
1The Primary Health Development Research Center of Sichuan Province, North Sichuan Medical College, Nanchong, 637100, Sichuan Province, China; Key Laboratory of Digital-Intelligent Disease Surveillance and Health Governance, North Sichuan Medical College, Nanchong, 637100, Sichuan Province, China.
Abstract:
Previous studies have highlighted that patients undergoing otolaryngological surgery often experience negative psychological outcomes, such as anxiety, depression, and social avoidance. However, little research has explored the relationship between perceived stigma and appearance anxiety in patients following rhinoplasty. To address this gap, this study recruited 628 rhinoplasty patients. It examined the impact of perceived stigma on appearance anxiety, along with its underlying mechanisms, from both variable-centered and person-centered perspectives. The findings revealed that perceived stigma has a significant positive effect on appearance anxiety in rhinoplasty patients. Psychological resilience was found to mediate the relationship between perceived stigma and appearance anxiety. Additionally, the study identified heterogeneity in perceived stigma and psychological resilience among rhinoplasty patients, resulting in three distinct profiles that differentially influence appearance anxiety. Therefore, this research contributes to a comprehensive understanding of the psychological recovery process in rhinoplasty patients, extends the application of psychological resilience theory to specific clinical populations, and provides valuable guidance and support for clinical practice.
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