As readers of our blog will know, today is Moebius Awareness Day. Our previous blogs have sought to explain more about the condition and how you can raise awareness. Today, however, we will focus on the history of Moebius Syndrome and on efforts to educate the public about its impact. Moebius Syndrome Awareness Day is…
Read MoreLook Beyond Face Value
Moebius Syndrome, a rare form of facial paralysis, makes social interaction particularly difficult. Because this condition prevents people from displaying any form of facial expression, those dealing with it are often seen as unhappy or downright unfriendly. This condition makes it difficult for those with Moebius Syndrome to relate interpersonally, but that does not mean…
Read MoreFacial Expressions are Key to First Impressions
By Dr. Kathleen Bogart, Assistant Professor of Psychology, Oregon State University Facial expressions are important parts of how we communicate and how we develop impressions of the people around us. In “The Expression of Emotion in Man and Animals,” Charles Darwin proposed that facial expressions evolved to quickly communicate emotional states important to social survival.…
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