When patients go into a cosmetic procedure with realistic expectations, they typically have favorable psychological after effects, say researchers at the American Psychological Association. Patients who expect the surgery to bring dramatic results in their love life or who expect an instant self-esteem boost, may undergo periods of depression or anxiety. Those with a history of neurosis are more prone to negative psychological reactions following a cosmetic procedure. Dissatisfied patients may return for more surgery or become self-destructive. While little research has been performed on the long-term effects of cosmetic surgery on the psyche, studies are being performed that include training for cosmetic surgery providers on how to counsel patients prior to surgery.
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