Effects of craniofacial deformity in infancy on the quality of mother-infant interactions

Results revealed that mothers rated their parental satisfaction and current life satisfaction more positively than did mothers of normal infants. However, these same mothers were observed to behave in a consistently less nurturant manner. Suggests that infant facial deformity/unattractiveness may af...

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Published in:Child development 1989-08, Vol.60 (Aug 89), p.819-824
Main Authors: Barden, R C, Rogers-Salyer, M, Jensen, A G, d, M E, Salyer, K E
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Baby interactions
Facially disfigured babies
Mother
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Summary:Results revealed that mothers rated their parental satisfaction and current life satisfaction more positively than did mothers of normal infants. However, these same mothers were observed to behave in a consistently less nurturant manner. Suggests that infant facial deformity/unattractiveness may affect the quality of infant-caregiver interactions without parental awareness. (Abstract amended)
ISSN:0009-3920