title: [The psychological dimensions of falls].
abstract: Falls in the elderly can have serious consequences both functional and psychological. In addition to the severe post-fall syndrome, other psychological consequences require adapted care. This article intends to highlight the multiple dimensions of the psychological impact of falls, through testimony. Loss of control of her body, awakening of fear of death, narcissistic injury...; the elderly talk about their felt.
authors.forename: Sylvie
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Schoenenburg
authors.forename: Vinciane
authors.initials: V
authors.lastname: Beghin
authors.forename: Vinciane
authors.initials: V
authors.lastname: Pardessus
authors.forename: François
authors.initials: F
authors.lastname: Puiseux
mesh_terms: D000058:Accidental Falls; D000368:Aged / Q000523:psychology*; D000375:Aging / Q000523:psychology; D005239:Fear; D006801:Humans; D010348:Patient Care Team; D012017:Referral and Consultation