title: Facing physical limitations-a challenge to self-esteem.
abstract: This article explores the personal challenges inherent in accepting limitations and a change in self-image. Nurses can assist their clients in moving toward a new vision of self that can better support health and wellness and perhaps a more realistic level of functioning as they age.
authors.affiliation: Litchfield Consulting, LLP, Charlemont, MA 01339-9642, USA. sheila@litchfieldconsulting.com
authors.forename: Sheila M
authors.initials: SM
authors.lastname: Litchfield
mesh_terms: D001294:Attitude to Health; D015928:Cognitive Behavioral Therapy / Q000379:methods*; D006233:Persons with Disabilities / Q000523:psychology* / Q000534:rehabilitation; D006293:Health Promotion / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D024802:Nurse's Role; D012648:Self Care / Q000379:methods / Q000523:psychology; D012649:Self Concept; D013850:Thinking