Psychosocial aspects of short stature: critical review

ABSTRACT

Short stature is a common finding in general population. Most available studies have confirmed association between short stature and emotional, behavioral, educational and social negative consequences. Few studies have rejected such association and tired to correlate such consequences to the original organic problems that lead to short stature. Phychosocial intervention is not indicated for all short individuals but psychosocial screening is valid especially for those who attend clinics for growth problems