Everyone differs slightly in what they consider attractive or beautiful. Do you believe certain attributes are universally attractive? Do you believe one’s sense of beauty is intrinsic or learned? What influence do the media and one’s peers have on the concept of beauty? What other factors influence the perception of attraction?
Ms. Sue where can I go to find some materials to answer those questions. Please let me know. Thanks
These questions are asking for YOUR opinions and perceptions.
Do you believe certain attributes are universally attractive? When I was a freshman in high school I had a crush on a blond, brown-eyed boy -- and those were the most attractive attributes I could imagine -- then! But my ideals of beauty have changed a lot!
What physical attributes do you consider the most attractive? Would it make a difference whether your ancestors or many of your friends came from Scandinavia, Brazil, Kenya, Iraq, India, Italy, or China?
Do YOU believe one’s sense of beauty is intrinsic or learned? The most attractive student I ever taught proudly told us that his ancestors had come from Europe, Africa, and Asia. Although my ancestors came from England and Germany, after helping a friend adopt a Vietnamese son, I now find I'm especially attracted to Asian people.
Also think about the cultures in which very overweight women are considered the most attractive. Is this true in the U.S.? Or are there still differences in American perceptions of beauty and weight?
What influence do the media and one’s peers have on the concept of beauty? Does the media promote our ideals of slimness? Are movie stars our ideal physical representations of people? Or do you see many attractive people who could never be stars or models?
What other factors influence the perception of attraction? Why do some people like landscape scenes while other prefer modern art?
Rose -- it's up to you to think about this question and answer it with your own ideas, experiences, and perceptions.
I'll be glad to critique your answers. :-)
thanks Ms. sue,
I will send you my answers tomorrow night.
Thanks again
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Attributes that are universally attractive (and look this up) are wider hips in women (child bearing) and faces with eyes further apart (prey, not pred). Also, symmetry plays a part, too. Look up the studies. Because of this answer, I would say intrinsic. The media plays a huge role in deciding who is attractive. Other influences include culture.
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To find information and materials to answer those questions, you can start by doing some research. Here are a few suggestions on where to find relevant information:
1. Websites and Online Resources: Access reputable websites such as scholarly journals, psychology websites, or beauty and fashion magazines that discuss topics related to attractiveness and beauty standards. Websites like Psychology Today, Scientific American, or even online databases like JSTOR, can provide you with reliable articles and studies on the subject.
2. Academic Books and Publications: Visit your local library or university library to find books and publications focusing on psychology, human behavior, aesthetics, and cultural studies. Books such as "The Science of Beauty: How Biology and Society Shape our Looks" by Nancy Etcoff or "The Beauty Myth" by Naomi Wolf can offer valuable insights.
3. Research Studies: Consult academic research studies published in peer-reviewed journals. Online databases like Google Scholar, PubMed, or ResearchGate can help you access scholarly articles related to topics like universal attractiveness or the influence of media on beauty ideals.
4. Psychological Studies and Surveys: Look for studies or surveys conducted by psychologists or social scientists that explore the concept of attractiveness and beauty. These studies often provide insights into universal attractiveness, cultural influences, and the role of peers and media.
By combining information from various sources like these, you can gather a diverse range of perspectives and form a well-rounded understanding of the questions you've asked. Remember to critically evaluate the sources and choose reliable and reputable information sources.