THE PHYSICAL SELF
The world can only be experienced
and felt through our physical body
and with these experiences we
make sense of ourselves.
Physical Self is the
concrete dimension,
the tangible aspect
of the person that
can be directly
observed and
examined.
Physical development
refers to the physical Growth is the physical changes of,
and biological changes the increase in size, height and
that occur in humans weight.
between birth and
adolescence. This Development is how children gain
development is divided control over their physical actions to
into two areas , growth do complicated and difficult activities
and development more skillfully and easily.
Puberty refers to the Adolescence refers to the
physical changes leading transition period when
psychological and social
to sexual maturity in a changes take place in a boy
boy or a girl. or girl.
PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT
CHANGES IN PUBERTY
1. Primary Sex Characteristics
Which are already present at
birth refers to changes of the
sexual organs that are directly
concerned with reproduction.
Spermache for boys and
menarche, first menstrual
cycle for girls are indicators of
readiness for reproduction.
PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT
CHANGES IN PUBERTY
2. Secondary Sex Characteristics
Refers to visible changes and features
that appear during puberty which are
not directly part of the reproductive
system
The development of secondary sex
characteristics are usually earlier in
girls than in boys.
BOYS GIRLS
Boys becomes muscular Enlargement of breast
Growth of body hair, including
Growth of body hair, most
body hair, abdominal, chest hair
prominently underarm and public hair
and pubic hair
Greater development of thigh muscles
Greater mass of thigh muscles at the back of the femur
in front of the femur
Hips grow wider than the shoulder
Shoulders grow broader than hips
Lower body fat percentage Changed distribution in weight and
than prepubescent or adult fat; more subcutaneous fat and fat
females or prepubescent males, deposits, mainly around the buttocks,
on average thighs and hips
Enlargement of larynx (Adam’s Voice becomes melodious
apple) and deepening of voice
PHYSICAL
ATTRACTIVENESS
Physical attractiveness is
the degree to which a
person's physical
features are considered
aesthetically pleasing or
beautiful. The term
often implies sexual
attractiveness or
desirability, but can also
be distinct from either
FEATURES OF PHYSICAL ATTRACTIVENESS
ACROSS CULTURE
1. Symmetry – Across culture, men tend to be 5. Facial Features – Men prefer women with feminine facial
more attracted to woman who exhibit features features while woman are more attracted to men with more
such as symmetrical face and has youthful masculine features and display a high degree of facial
appearance. symmetry.
2. Waist -to-hip ratio – Men become more 6. Body Built – Women on the average tend to be attracted
to men with broad shoulder, narrow waist and a V- shape
attracted to women with low waist to hip body
turso.
ratio.
7. Body Scent – Both male and female are attracted to the
[Link] – Both male and female are attracted natural scent of facially attractive individuals.
to an individual with normal weight and found
them more healthy and more attractive and 8. Feet size – Most men prefer women with small feet.
looks better as he is compared with unhealthy
person. 9. Hair - Most men are more attracted to long-haired
women.
4. Height – Majority of women prefer men who
are taller than them. On the average, men tend 10. Movement Patterns – Women are more attractive when
to be attracted to women who are shorter than they walked with hip swaying, men are more attractive when
they are. they moved with considerable agility.
TRAITS THAT MEN FIND ATTRACTIVE IN WOMEN
(According to survey conducted by Brightside)
1. Figure
2. Smile
3. Facial symmetry
4. Lips
5. Eyes
6. Eyebrows
7. Posture
8. Color & Complexion
FEATURES OF MEN THAT ARE ATTRACTIVE FOR WOMEN
(According to survey conducted by Brightside)
1. Thick eyebrows
2. Bristle
3. Full lips
4. High cheekbones
5. Veins
6. A toned stomach
7. Scent
8. A smile
BODY IMAGE
Is the perception that a person has
of their physical self and the
thoughts and feelings that result
from that perception. (National
Eating Disorders Collaboration)
4 Aspects of Body Image
Perceptual body image: how you see your body
Affective body image: how you feel about your body
Cognitive body image: how you think about your body
Behavioral body image: the way you behave as a result of
your perceptual, affective, and cognitive body image
(NEDC, 2017)
SELF-ESTEEM
Self-esteem is how you value
and respect yourself as a
person. Self-esteem affects
how you take care of yourself,
emotionally, physically and
spiritually. It is all about how
much you feel you are worth —
and how much you feel other
people value you. Self-esteem
is important because feeling
good about yourself can affect
your mental health and how
you behave.
TIPS ON IMPROVING BODY IMAGE & SELF-ESTEEM
You don't need a perfect body to have a good body image. When you
like your body as it is, right now, you boost your body image and your
self-esteem too.
[Link] YOUR BODY
⮚ Nobody's perfect. Everybody wants to be liked and
accepted just as they are. That's true for every BODY,
too! See your body the way it is. Be less of a critic. Be
more of a friend.
⮚ Don't body-shame yourself. When you make harsh
comments about your own body, it hurts your self-
esteem. That's true whether you say it out loud or
think it to yourself. It hurts just as much as if someone
else said it. Be kind. Respect yourself, even if you have
things to work on.
⮚ Build a better habit. Do you have a habit of putting
your body down? To break that bad habit, build a good
one in its place. Tell yourself what you like instead of
what you don't. Keep doing it until it is a habit.
TIPS ON IMPROVING BODY IMAGE & SELF-ESTEEM
You don't need a perfect body to have a good body image. When you
like your body as it is, right now, you boost your body image and your
self-esteem too.
[Link] YOUR BODY
⮚ Find things to like about your looks. Maybe you like your
hair, face, or hands. What about your shape, shoulders, or
legs? Your eyes or your smile? Tell yourself what you like
and why. If you get stuck, think of what your good friends
like about how you look. Accept those things. Know that
there's lots to like about you. Let yourself feel good.
⮚ Focus on what your body can DO. There's more to your
body than your looks. When you play a sport, walk, run,
dance, swim — that's your body in action. Your body is
there for you when you stretch, reach, climb, or jump for
joy. When you carry things, build things, or give someone a
hug. Be amazed. Be thankful.
⮚ Be aware of your body. Don't ignore your body as you go
through the day. Learn to breathe slowly and calmly as you
move and stretch. Learn to tell when your body needs food
or rest. Enjoy the way your body feels when you walk, run,
and play.
[Link] CARE OF YOUR BODY
⮚ Eat healthy foods. Learn what foods are good for you,
and how much is the right amount. Take your time when
you eat. Really taste your food. Enjoy it. Eating right helps
you look your best. It gives you the energy you need. And
it boosts your body image. When you treat your body
right, you feel good about yourself.
⮚ Get good sleep. Learn how much sleep you need for your
age. Get to bed on time. Turn off screens hours before
bedtime so you can sleep well.
⮚ Be active every day. Your body needs to move to be
strong, fit, and healthy. You can be active by playing a
sport. You can run, walk, work out, do yoga, swim, or dance.
Pick activities you like. Enjoy the fun you can have.
⮚ Keep to a healthy weight. Being a healthy weight is good
for you. And it helps you feel good about your body. But
don't try to diet on your own. Always talk to your parent
or doctor. Your doctor can suggest ways you can keep to a
weight that's right for you.
