The psychology of appearance

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Title:

Author:

Rumsey, Nichola.

ISBN:

9780335212767

Personal Author:

Rumsey, Nichola.

Publication Information:

Maidenhead : Open University Press, 2005.

Physical Description:

xvii, 237 p. ; 23 cm.

Series:

Health psychology.

Series Title:

Health psychology.

General Note:

Includes index.

Contents:

1. Appearance matters : the history of appearance research -- 2. The challenges facing researchers in the area -- 3. Appearance and image issues for those without visible differences -- 4. Psychological difficulties associated with visible difference -- 5. Psychological predictors of vulnerability and resilience -- 6. Current provision of support and intervention for appearance-related concerns -- 7. The potential for more effective support and intervention -- 8. Conclusions, dilemmas and the challenges still ahead.

Subject Term:

Disfigured persons -- Psychology -- Research.

Body image -- Research.

Human body -- Social aspects -- Research.

Disfigured persons -- Rehabilitation.

Added Author:

Harcourt, Diana.

Electronic Access:

Table of contents only http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy0668/2006280348-t.html
Publisher description http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy0668/2006280348-d.html

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Summary

Appearance-related concerns and distress are experienced by a significant proportion of people with visible disfigurements, and are also reaching epidemic proportions in the general population. In the light of these developments, this book includes: A comprehensive summary and critical evaluation of research and understanding concerning the psychology of appearance A historical review of research to date A review of the methodological challenges for researchers in this area An overview of current understanding of appearance-related concerns and distress in the general population and among those with acquired or congenital disfigurements such as burns, clefts of the lip and/or palate, scarring and acne Exploring the psychosocial factors which are protective and those which exacerbate distress, The Psychology of Appearance offers a vision of a comprehensive approach to support and intervention and addresses the following questions: Are attractive people at an advantage in life? What are the challenges presented by having a visibly different appearance? What are the psycho-social factors playing a part in individual differences in levels of adjustment and distress in relation to appearance? How can interventions meet the needs of those affected? The Psychology of Appearance provides essential reading for psychology students, health and clinical psychologists, health professionals, employers and policy makers interested in the ramifications of appearance concerns.