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An investigation of the association between body appreciation, need for self‐expression, and interest in cosmetic enhancing procedures
Author(s) -
Vally Zahir,
D'Souza Caroline G.,
Habeeb Hiba,
El Hichami Fatima
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
perspectives in psychiatric care
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.538
H-Index - 35
eISSN - 1744-6163
pISSN - 0031-5990
DOI - 10.1111/ppc.12435
Subject(s) - uniqueness , expression (computer science) , association (psychology) , psychology , medicine , social psychology , psychotherapist , computer science , programming language
Purpose To examine the association between body appreciation and three factors reflective of individuals’ need for self‐expression: uniqueness, investment in a distinctive appearance, and interest in cosmetic enhancements. Design and Methods Cross‐sectional, correlational design. Participants (N = 256) completed measurements of body appreciation, interest in cosmetic enhancements, need for uniqueness, and investment in a distinctive appearance. Findings Body appreciation was associated with the need for uniqueness and a distinctive appearance investment. Only a generalized need for uniqueness was associated with a greater tendency to use cosmetic enhancing procedures. Implications Body appreciation appears to be related to established markers of positive striving for uniqueness. Thus, the use of cosmetic enhancements may serve to promote a unique sense of self and, potentially, a more positive body image.