Zahid Hussain Awan, Mahar P S, Saleh Memon.
Blindness and poverty.
Pak J Ophthalmol Jan ;27(3):165-70.

Blindness as a condition has fascinated man throughout history and continues to do so. In some cultures the blind is thought to be blessed with divine and psychic powers while in others blindness is considered a form of punishment for improper moral or social conduct. The negative perceptions about blindness result in social exclusion and rejection of the blind. The blind are left out of the decision making process and have limited opportunities for education and employment. This results in decreased self-esteem and a feeling of worthlessness. Limited social contacts accompanied by loss of employment and a drastic change in lifestyle leads to depression.

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