Impacts of impaired face perception on social interactions and quality of life in age-related macular degeneration: A qualitative study and new community resources.

ABSTRACT:

Aims

Previous studies and community information about everyday difficulties in age-related macular degeneration (AMD) have focussed on domains such as reading and driving. Here, we provide the first in-depth examination of how impaired face perception impacts social interactions and quality of life in AMD. We also develop a Faces and Social Life in AMD brochure and information sheet, plus accompanying conversation starter, aimed at AMD patients and those who interact with them (family, friends, nursing home staff).

Method

Semi-structured face-to-face interviews were conducted with 21 AMD patients covering the full range from mild vision loss to legally blind. Thematic analysis was used to explore the range of patient experiences.

Results

Patients reported faces appear

SUBMITTER: Lane J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6312296 | biostudies-literature | 2018

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature