Lesson 3 Flashcards
Your perception of your physical self; it is your thoughts and feelings (may they be positive or negative) about your body.
Body Image
How you see your body.
Perceptual Body Image
It is not always a correct view as it may be highly influenced by insecurities (or overconfidence).
Perceptual Body Image
Beliefs about your physical self.
Cognitive body image
How you feel about your body.
Affective body image
An individual with physical insecurities may often think that she will only be liked by others if she would have a lighter complexion.
Cognitive body image
What you do as a result of the other aspects.
Behavioral body image
Young man who erroneously perceived himself as obese went on a strict diet and the lady with complexion insecurities bought several skin whitening products.
Behavioral body image
The college student who was generally satisfied with how she looks like is confident in socializing and pursuing her goals.
Behavioral body image
Realistic perception; it is feeling good about one’s body despite what the media dictates
Healthy Body Image
Accepting of God-given traits and having the right attitude to work on having a healthy lifestyle.
healthy body image
Mindset understands that beauty is not merely skin deep.
healthy body image
The overall evaluation of self-worth.
healthy self-esteem