Botulinum toxin cosmetic therapy correlates with a more positive mood. Journal of cosmetic dermatology [J Cosmet Dermatol] Journal article

Title	Botulinum toxin cosmetic therapy correlates with a more positive mood.
Author(s)	Lewis MB, Bowler PJ
Institution	School of Psychology, Cardiff University, Cardiff, UK. LewisMB@cf.ac.uk
Source	J Cosmet Dermatol 2009 Mar; 8(1):24-6.
MeSH	Affect Aging Botulinum Toxin Type A Case-Control Studies Cosmetic Techniques Esthetics Female Follow-Up Studies Humans Injections, Subcutaneous Middle Aged Patient Satisfaction Probability Rejuvenation Self Concept Skin Aging Stress, Psychological Time Factors Treatment Outcome
Abstract	BACKGROUND: It has been suggested that botulinum toxin A (BTX-A) treatment for frown lines can also be used as a treatment for depression. A psychological mechanism for this effect is reviewed in which paralysis of the corrugator (frown) muscles leads to less facial feedback for negative emotions. Consequently, a negative affect is harder to maintain and so the person has a more positive mood. METHODS: In order to test this mechanism, the mood of patients who had received BTX-A treatment for glabelar frown lines was measured and compared with patients who had received other cosmetic treatments. RESULTS: The BTX-A-treated patients showed significantly less negative mood. CONCLUSION: The results support the facial feedback view that frowning can make one unhappier. Treatments that prevent frowning correlate with reduced negative mood.
Language	eng
Pub Type(s)	Evaluation Studies Journal Article
PubMed ID	19250162

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