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Drawing attention to difference: Dilemmas in discussing dysmorphism with parents
Author(s) -
White Susan M,
Hodgson Jan
Publication year - 2011
Publication title -
journal of paediatrics and child health
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.631
H-Index - 76
eISSN - 1440-1754
pISSN - 1034-4810
DOI - 10.1111/j.1440-1754.2010.01876.x
Subject(s) - medicine , grounded theory , clinical practice , health professionals , facial dysmorphism , reflection (computer programming) , epistemology , qualitative research , health care , nursing , sociology , social science , biochemistry , chemistry , philosophy , computer science , programming language , economics , gene , phenotype , economic growth
Dysmorphism is a sensitive topic to discuss with parents. Discussing dysmorphism requires careful thought, awareness of parent reactions, practice and reflection. Clinical practice suggests that barriers exist for both parents and health professionals, which make these discussions challenging. Here, we explored the challenges inherent in dialogue about dysmorphism and offer suggestions for communication strategies that are grounded in both theory and practice.