Syndromes/Craniofacial Anomalies
Purpose: The aim of this study was to evaluate if a multimedia intervention discussing cleft lip and palate and bullying amongst children with cleft lip and palate and their parents will improve psychosocial outcomes.
Methods: After meeting inclusion criteria, there were 54 participants. Pediatric subjects with non-syndromic cleft lip and palate (n=27) and their parents (n=27) were given individual pre-surveys, shown a multimedia presentation addressing psychosocial topics and reassessed two weeks later with paired follow-up surveys. A satisfaction survey was also given to parents.
Results: There was no statistical difference (P>.05) between children and their parents regarding their overall views on psychosocial topics. However, with some individual questions there were statistical differences (P< .05) in opinion with parents being more critical of their children’s self-esteem. There was a statistical difference (P< .05) in psychosocial response before and after viewing our multimedia presentation with improvements in self-esteem, confidence in appearance, coping mechanisms and social interactions. Parents appreciated the multimedia presentation to learn about CLP and bullying.
Conclusion: Our multimedia presentation helps children and parents improve psychosocially and learn how to address bullying within school and the community. Making our video accessible within pediatric dentistry clinics, craniofacial teams and online will improve access to care.