Psychological Aspects of Facial Palsy

This article discusses the psychological effects of facial palsy (FP) in adults. FP is the abnormal functioning of facial muscles resulting from temporary or permanent damage of the facial nerves. Following facial paralysis, patients can develop motor and psychosocial functioning issues impacting qu...

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Published inFacial plastic surgery Vol. 40; no. 4; p. 433
Main Authors Shamil, Eamon, Noriega, Maria, Moin, Sarah, Ko, Tsz Ki, Tan, Denise Jia Yun, Meller, Catherine, Andrews, Peter, Lekakis, Garyfalia
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.08.2024
Subjects
Anxiety - etiology
Anxiety - psychology
Depression - etiology
Depression - psychology
Facial Paralysis - psychology
Humans
Quality of Life
Self Concept
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Summary:This article discusses the psychological effects of facial palsy (FP) in adults. FP is the abnormal functioning of facial muscles resulting from temporary or permanent damage of the facial nerves. Following facial paralysis, patients can develop motor and psychosocial functioning issues impacting quality of life. In addition, real or perceived judgment in social settings of those with FP increases the risk of low self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. Currently, most available research focuses on surgical patients and suggests a lack of psychological support throughout the affliction. A multidisciplinary approach when treating patients with FP can help improve the patient's quality of life.
ISSN:1098-8793
DOI:10.1055/s-0044-1782678