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Title:
The psychology of appearance
Author:
Rumsey, Nichola.
ISBN:
9780335212767
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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.
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