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ERIC Number: EJ337192
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1985
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Somatic Attractiveness: As in Other Things, Moderation is Best.
Freeman, Harvey R.
Psychology of Women Quarterly, v9 n3 p311-22 Sep 1985
Investigated whether a physical attractiveness stereotype exists when "attractive" is defined in terms of physique and "positive" is defined in terms of sex role characteristics and future life happiness. Sex role and life happiness were rated highest for those of intermediate attractiveness. Results for somatic beauty are discussed. (Author/BL)
Descriptors: College Students, Higher Education, Interpersonal Attraction, Life Satisfaction, Perception, Physical Characteristics, Sex Role, Sex Stereotypes
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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