Acquired facial palsy: exploring lived experiences and psychological sequelae

The attached thesis contains two separate research papers to include an Extended Literature Review and Large Scale Research Project.<br><br>Extended Literature Review<br>The physical and functional consequences of Acquired Facial Palsy (AFP) are well documented, however less is known about the psychological sequalae of AFP. Notwithstanding the dynamic relationship between consequences, the physical and functional ramifications are believed to have a considerable influence over psychological processes.

A comprehensive narrative review of the literature is provided which aims to synthesize what is currently known, drawing on salient conceptual frameworks, empirical studies and commonly employed treatment approaches. Given the limited information on the psychological consequences of AFP, this review will extend to reflect pertinent themes across the literature in the area of facial visible difference, and more broadly why faces matter, from a psychological perspective.