MENTAL HEALTH AMONG CHILDREN WITH ORTHOPAEDICALLY HANDICAPPED

Orthopaedically handicapped are those who have a physical defect or deformity which causes an interference with the normal functioning of bones, joints and muscles. The types of orthopaedically handicapped people are (a) partial full loss of the upper extremities, unilateral or bilateral, (b) partial full loss of lower extremities, unilateral or bilateral, (C) Congenital deformities like absence of limbs, deformed limbs, (d) Deformities caused by diseases like poliomyelitis and Leprosy. A major problem with the handicapped children is their limited ability to perform ordinary daily activities. They may also experience psychological problems.