Physical Self Flashcards

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It refers to what is seen by other people, like the physical or biological surface of a person’s body, the apparels, the decorations, etc.

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bodily appearance

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How a person clothes himself is usually affected by

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  1. culture
  2. socioeconomic status
  3. group pressures
  4. policies or laws
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refers to the portrayal of a specific behavior in a particular setting.

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demeanor

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The behavior portrayed must be shaped to the _____________ of what the person is currently involved in.

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perceived social demands

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5
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refers to an individual’s consistency in the processes of his or her senses under certain circumstances.

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body’s sensuality

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6
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also illustrated how an individual becomes deviant because of appearances.

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Schaefer

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According to him, the general expectations about beauty may prevent people who are considered deviant from advancing in careers or other aspects regardless of his abilities.

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Schaefer

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8
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is more interpretative than it is objective.

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physical deviance

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9
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does not only refers to his body and his mind but everything else attached to both physically and socially.

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self

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10
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say that the self does not only refers to his body and his mind but everything else attached to both physically and socially.

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Russel W. Belk

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What are the aspects associated to you because you are attached to them emotionally?

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family, friends, work, lands, money

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are essential components for us to create a sense of self because it is a direct form of evidence in how you perceive yourself.

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possessions

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13
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Losing possessions also diminishes our

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sense of self

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14
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And possessions are treated

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ritually

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15
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The self does not only refer to what is perceived as “me,” but also to what constitutes as

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mine

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is not only limited to objects external to the person and possessions reflective of one’s personality, but also extends to people, places, and group possessions.

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extended self

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17
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Based on the work of Anderson-Fye there are four areas of inquiry oh human appearance in anthropology, what are these?

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  1. Diversity of physical appearance
  2. cultural art practices
  3. beauty ideals
  4. collective identity through appearance
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18
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refers to how physical appears adapts to the environment factors and communal life.

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diversity of physical appearance

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people living in hotter countries have darker skin tone because of the _______ needed by their skin to protect them from the rays of the sun

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melanin content

20
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are about how you present yourself according to your culture.

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cultural art practices

21
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does not only exist for aesthetic purposes but also for social status

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body adornment or modification

22
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These are specific standards of beauty that varies from one culture to another.

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beauty ideals

23
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In tribal societies for example, many practices seem to be exotic to

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metropolitan standard

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wear neck rings to resemble a dragon which is a sacred mythological creature (Mirante, 2006)

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Kayan Tribe of Myanmar

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install lip plates to symbolize strength and self-esteem among women
Mursi Tribe
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The ______ they attach to these practices are related to their general ideals of beauty.
symbols
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During the archeological dig in _______, the research team found teeth separated from the skeletal remains on excavated burial site
San Remigio, Cebu
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The discovered tooth artefacts have intricate gold designs symbolizing ______
social status
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went to great lengths by extracting their tooth, decorate them, then install them back to their mouth in order to “look good” to their community.
Prehispanic ancestors
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indicates the sameness of tangible representation among a certain group.
collective identity through appearance
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such as skin color, hair, tattoos, etc. indicate membership within a distinct group (
Physical Characteristics
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On the other hand, this also includes ___________, specifically to the marginalized traits associated with race and disease.
involuntary membership
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In the Philippines, being too skinny has been associated with diseases like
tuberculosis
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has often been viewed as symbolic
Physical Appearance
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commonly known as female circumcision, because of religious beliefs. This has long been considered as some sort of rite of passage in these cultures.
Female Genital Mutilation
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became widespread, dominant cultures have influenced people from different parts of the world with their own standards of beauty
Globalization
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how you mentally picture yourself
body image
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overall self worth
self-esteem
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What are the 4 components of Body Image?
Perceptual, Affective, Cognitive, Behavioral
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These are the thoughts and beliefs that you hold about your body.
Cognitive body image
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Your feelings about your body, especially the amount of satisfaction or dissatisfaction you experience in relation to your looks
Affective Body image
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how you see yourself. The way that you visualize your body is not always a correct representation of what you actually look like—it's a perception, not the objective truth.
Perceptual body image
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What are the two type of body image?
Positive and Negative Body Image
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is an attitude about your skills and abilities. It means you accept and trust yourself and have a sense of control in your life.
Self-confidence