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Who is considered the first person to figure out how genes are passed down from parents to offspring in plants and humans?
Who is considered the first person to figure out how genes are passed down from parents to offspring in plants and humans?
Gregor Mendel
Standards of beauty are universal and don't change based on cultural influence.
Standards of beauty are universal and don't change based on cultural influence.
False
According to a study mentioned in the text, what is the most common surgical procedure performed on individuals aged 35-50?
According to a study mentioned in the text, what is the most common surgical procedure performed on individuals aged 35-50?
What is the name of the mental disorder discussed in the text that involves obsessive thinking about perceived flaws in one's appearance?
What is the name of the mental disorder discussed in the text that involves obsessive thinking about perceived flaws in one's appearance?
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What is the purpose of the OBE project described in the text?
What is the purpose of the OBE project described in the text?
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The text suggests that the use of filters on social media platforms like Instagram can contribute to a distorted perception of one's own body image.
The text suggests that the use of filters on social media platforms like Instagram can contribute to a distorted perception of one's own body image.
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What is the name of the book mentioned in the text that explores the concept of beauty as a commodity?
What is the name of the book mentioned in the text that explores the concept of beauty as a commodity?
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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Study Notes
The Physical Self
- Appreciation of imperfections is key to self-acceptance
- Physical features are a result of nature and nurture
- Emphasis on appreciating all body shapes and sizes
- Genes are passed from parents to offspring, influencing physical traits
- DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) dictates physical features.
- Cultural standards of beauty differ, impacting self-acceptance.
- Fattening Rooms were used in 19th-century Tahiti and Nigeria, reflecting cultural values of beauty.
- Beauty is sometimes equated with societal status and wealth
- Case studies like Xander Ford highlight pressure to conform to beauty standards
- The cost of cosmetic procedures in the Philippines is significant.
- Fat embolism can be a serious consequence of cosmetic procedures
- Body dissatisfaction is linked to mental disorders, such as anxiety and depression
- Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is a mental disorder where people obsess over perceived flaws.
- The "filtered self" on social media influences perceptions of beauty and potentially contributes to dissatisfaction.
- A healthy body image and self-esteem are crucial, but societies often pressure conformity
- Body size, shape, and skin color do not determine health.
Cultural Standards of Beauty
- Cultural norms dictate what's considered beautiful.
- Standards of beauty vary across different cultures.
- Historical examples (Fattening Rooms in Tahiti and Nigeria) demonstrate cultural variability in beauty ideals.
- Cultural influences shape local beauty standards.
- In the Philippines, colonial influences impact beauty standards, privileging lighter skin tones
Body Image and Self-Esteem
- Body image disturbance (BID) is a significant psychological concern
- Body shaming is detrimental to self-esteem.
- Self-worth should not be judged on physical appearance.
- Self-improvement should not come at the cost of health.
- Millennials are influenced by the pressures of desirable appearances .
Key Concepts in Embracing the Physical Self
- Embracing individuality and diversity.
- Self-acceptance with one's imperfections
- The sacred texts advocate that people are carefully created.
- Social media often displays filtered, curated versions of reality.
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This quiz explores the complex relationship between physical features, self-acceptance, and societal beauty standards. It delves into how genetics, culture, and media shape our perceptions of beauty and body image. Additionally, it discusses the psychological implications of body dissatisfaction and disorders related to physical appearance.
