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OverviewAppearance-related concerns and distress are experienced by a significant proportion of people with visible disfigurements, and are also reaching epidemic proportions in the general population. In the light of these developments, this book includes: A comprehensive summary and critical evaluation of research and understanding concerning the psychology of appearance A historical review of research to date A review of the methodological challenges for researchers in this area An overview of current understanding of appearance-related concerns and distress in the general population and among those with acquired or congenital disfigurements such as burns, clefts of the lip and/or palate, scarring and acne Exploring the psychosocial factors which are protective and those which exacerbate distress, The Psychology of Appearance offers a vision of a comprehensive approach to support and intervention and addresses the following questions: Are attractive people at an advantage in life? What are the challenges presented by having a visibly different appearance? What are the psycho-social factors playing a part in individual differences in levels of adjustment and distress in relation to appearance? How can interventions meet the needs of those affected? The Psychology of Appearance provides essential reading for psychology students, health and clinical psychologists, health professionals, employers and policy makers interested in the ramifications of appearance concerns. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Nichola Rumsey , Diana HarcourtPublisher: Open University Press Imprint: Open University Press Dimensions: Width: 15.30cm , Height: 1.60cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.424kg ISBN: 9780335212767ISBN 10: 033521276 Pages: 256 Publication Date: 16 October 2005 Audience: College/higher education , Tertiary & Higher Education Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Out of Print Availability: Awaiting stock  Table of ContentsPreface Appearance matters: The history of appearance research The challenges facing researchers in the area Appearance and image issues for those without visible differences Psychological difficulties associated with visible difference Psychological predictors of vulnerability and resilience Current provision of support and intervention for appearance related concerns The potential for more effective support and intervention Conclusions, dilemmas and challenges still ahead References IndexReviewsAuthor InformationNichola Rumsey is Professor of Appearance and Health Psychology, and Research Director of the Centre for Appearance Research (CAR) at the University of the West of England, Bristol. Diana Harcourt is Senior Lecturer in Health Psychology, and Deputy Director of CAR at the University of the West of England, Bristol. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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