Using Psychological Assessment and Therapeutic Strategies to Enhance Well-Being

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: To provide an overview of the psychological assessment; results from studies examining psychological issues among individuals with craniofacial anomalies (CFA) and other chronic conditions; resilience; and therapeutic strategies to enhance psychological well-being. CONCLUSIONS: The literature on chronic conditions and findings from studies with people having CFA and their families demonstrate a range of effective adaptation patterns and strategies to enhance issues having an impact on quality of life.