Alexithymia in Adults with Acquired Brain Injury: Characterisation, Measurement and Relationship with Emotional Outcomes

Danielle Fynn

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Abstract

Acquired brain injuries (ABI) often lead to adverse emotional outcomes, affecting daily functioning and interpersonal relationships. Alexithymia, the difficulty in identifying and describing one's own emotions, can occur after ABI and is associated with poor emotional functioning. This thesis examines the prevalence of alexithymia in ABI, the psychometric properties of alexithymia measurement, and the unique associative effects of alexithymia on emotional outcomes following ABI. This thesis reveals that alexithymia is indeed a prevalent risk factor for poor emotional outcomes in ABI populations and should be considered in rehabilitation efforts. Further research is encouraged to advance alexithymia intervention in this population.
Original languageEnglish
QualificationDoctor of Philosophy
Awarding Institution
  • The University of Western Australia
Supervisors/Advisors
  • Becerra, Rodrigo, Supervisor
  • Gignac, Gilles, Supervisor
  • Pestell, Carmela, Supervisor
  • Preece, David, Supervisor
  • Weinborn, Michael, Supervisor
Thesis sponsors
Award date10 Jul 2023
DOIs
Publication statusUnpublished - 2023

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