Physical Self: Key Concepts

Physical Self: Tangible aspect that can be directly observed and examined.
Linked to sensation, personality origin, and maintenance (William James; WiseGEEN).
Core of human experience (Sigmund Freud).
Bodily organs are important in early developmental life stages (Erik Erikson).
Physical appearance impacts self-worth through self-perception, perception of others, and perceived perception by others.
Somatic Society: Importance of the body in contemporary society (Bryan Turner).
Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD): People with BDD will not believe the compliments they receive, instead they try convince others of their ugliness.
Appearance alteration to resemble an ideal image.
We live in our bodies, our bodies do not make up who we are.