Catrin Griffiths Catrin.Griffiths@uwe.ac.uk
Occasional Associate Lecturer - HAS HSS
The romantic experiences of adolescents with a visible difference: Exploring concerns, protective factors and support needs
Griffiths, Catrin; Williamson, Heidi; Rumsey, Nichola
Authors
Heidi Williamson Heidi3.Williamson@uwe.ac.uk
Associate Professor in Applied Health Research
Nicky Rumsey Nichola.Rumsey@uwe.ac.uk
Abstract
Injuries or conditions that affect appearance can increase adolescents' risk of psychosocial and interpersonal difficulties and may also impact on romantic relationships-an important aspect of adolescent development.A mixed method online approach explored the romantic experiences of 40 adolescents with a variety of visible differences.Young people identified appearance-related romantic concerns that cause distress, and impede the development and enjoyment of romantic relations.In contrast, some shared positive experiences and evidence of attitudes and behaviours that appear to protect against these concerns.Adolescents requested online peer support specific to their appearance-related needs.These findings can inform intervention development.© 2011 The Author(s).
Citation
Griffiths, C., Williamson, H., & Rumsey, N. (2012). The romantic experiences of adolescents with a visible difference: Exploring concerns, protective factors and support needs. Journal of Health Psychology, 17(7), 1053-1064. https://doi.org/10.1177/1359105311433909
Journal Article Type | Article |
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Publication Date | Oct 1, 2012 |
Journal | Journal of Health Psychology |
Print ISSN | 1359-1053 |
Electronic ISSN | 1461-7277 |
Publisher | SAGE Publications |
Peer Reviewed | Peer Reviewed |
Volume | 17 |
Issue | 7 |
Pages | 1053-1064 |
DOI | https://doi.org/10.1177/1359105311433909 |
Keywords | adolescents, disfigurement, qualitative, romantic relationships, visible difference |
Public URL | https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/943306 |
Publisher URL | http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1359105311433909 |
Additional Information | Additional Information : © 2012. Reprinted by permission of SAGE Publications |
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