Beschreibung
Natural selection describes how characteristics of survival benefit are selected for & then successful genes are passed on to offspring. As the genetic quality of a potential mate cannot be observed directly, humans rely on physical attributes. The human body shape, specifically the waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) is an honest signal of a female''s health & fertility. Research has linked WHR to perceived attractiveness. However, previous studies are criticised for using 2D & unrealistic stimuli. This book explores the role of WHR using new 3D stimuli. Participants viewed a movie of 4 computerised female figures & rated each on health, fertility, attractiveness, sexiness, good mother, femininity & age. It was found that WHR had a significant effect, with the lowest ratio (0.5) consistently rated the highest. As WHR increased the ratings decreased. Results offer support to evolutionary theory & WHR as an honest & adaptive signal of a female''s health status & fecundity. The current study is discussed in relation to body mass index & the effects of cultural variation on body perceptions; the advanced stimuli aims to enhance further research.
Produktsicherheitsverordnung
Hersteller:
Books on Demand GmbH
bod@bod.de
In de Tarpen 42
DE 22848 Norderstedt
Autorenportrait
Rebecca Jones graduated with First Class Honours in Psychology from Northumbria University (UK). She continued research in the area of mental health and is currently in pursuit of a career within clinical psychology. She has a fascinating interest in improving our understanding of human emotions and behaviours. Dr Hamid Alhaj