This study demonstrates that psychological distress and low levels of satisfaction with life are common among the severely visually impaired and blind. There is a dire need to improve access to …

Jul 14, 2024 · Explore the psychological impact of blindness and visual impairment, including grief, independence, body image, and coping strategies for mental well-being.

Jan 30, 2023 · Our findings may help mental healthcare providers in low-vision service organizations and regular mental healthcare organizations to understand the needs of visually impaired clients with …

Aug 27, 2024 · More than 80% of the patients with complete blindness had some psychiatric comorbidity or distress and more than half reported that their daily activities were affected due to their diagnosis.

Jul 1, 2023 · We provide a conceptual map to guide the development and evaluation of assistive technologies and low vision services. We illustrate interactions between functional and social facets …

Oct 29, 2013 · To summarize relevant evidence investigating the psychologic adjustment to irreversible vision loss (IVL) in adults.

Dec 16, 2017 · It critically analyses the various theories and their relevance in affecting the psychological well-being of people with disabilities, particularly blind individuals.

Dec 20, 2017 · Acquired visual impairment evoked several psychological reactions. A person’s adaptation to these reactions and their associated characteristics such as degree of vision loss, …

Sep 27, 2024 · This critical review examines the legal, ethical, and psychological dimensions of information access and self-determination for individuals with visual impairments.

Mar 26, 2025 · In this article, we examine key statistics on the psychological effects of vision loss, highlight how and why mental health concerns arise, and explore the role of support services in …