Living With Scoliosis
The emotional effects of scoliosis are often forgotten.
Scoliosis can affect a person’s self-esteem and emotional
health. Children who suffer from scoliosis are especially
concerned about fitting in. Some challenges for an
adolescent include clothing fitting unevenly because of
scoliosis, braces being visible while wearing clothes,
scoliosis can also be so severe you can see it, like having a
rib hump. Studies have also shown that Scoliosis in teens
and young adults is linked to lowered self-esteem. There
can also be feelings of loss of control as scoliosis can’t truly
be cured. Things that help with the stress of Scoliosis
include breathing meditation, relaxing, writing in a journal
to let the feelings out, or to find a support group where an
individual can meet others who might be going through the
same problems.
Most people with scoliosis can live normal lives and can do
most things, including exercise and sports. Scoliosis
typically does not cause any discomfort or any other health
issues, and once an individual stops developing, it appears
to remain the same, but if it gets worse a GP should be
seen.