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Body Image Pressures (eBook, ePUB)

Illustrator: Ai

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

"Body Image Pressures" delivers a comprehensive exploration of how modern digital media and societal expectations shape our relationship with physical appearance. The book uniquely combines decades of research from cognitive psychology, sociology, and behavioral economics to demonstrate the profound impact of beauty standards on mental health and human behavior.
Through careful analysis of longitudinal studies and clinical research, it reveals the concerning correlation between increased social media usage and declining self-esteem across various demographic groups. The book progresses systematically from fundamental concepts in body image psychology to specific contemporary phenomena like "selfie dysphoria" and the "beauty tax" in professional settings.
It examines three primary themes: the historical evolution of beauty standards, the neurological basis of self-image formation, and the economic forces perpetuating unrealistic aesthetic ideals. What sets this work apart is its integration of cutting-edge research with practical applications, offering readers evidence-based strategies for developing resilience against beauty pressure.
Written in accessible language while maintaining academic rigor, the book provides both general readers and professionals with actionable insights for navigating appearance-related challenges. Each chapter combines compelling case studies with statistical analysis, concluding with reflection questions that help readers apply the concepts to their own experiences.
The book's examination of social comparison theory and digital filtering's role in perception distortion makes it particularly relevant for anyone seeking to understand and address body image concerns in today's highly digitalized world.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Publifye
• Seitenzahl: 121
• Erscheinungstermin: 7. Januar 2025
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9788233940072
• Artikelnr.: 72836586