Self-objectification

Self-objectification is when people view themselves as objects for use instead of as human beings. Self-objectification is a result of objectification, and is commonly discussed in the topic of sex and gender.[1] Both men and women struggle with self-objectification, but it is most commonly seen among women.[2] According to Calogero, self-objectification explains the psychological process by which women internalise people's objectification of their bodies, resulting in them constantly criticizing their own bodies.[3]

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  2. ^ Oehlhof, ME; Musher-Eizenman, DR; Neufeld, JM; Hauser, JC. (2009). "Self-objectification and ideal body shape for men and women". Body Image. 6 (4): 308–310. doi:10.1016/j.bodyim.2009.05.002. PMID 19570734.
  3. ^ Calogero, R.M (2005). "The Role of Self-Objectification in the Experience of Women with Eating Disorders". Sex Roles. 52 (1–2): 43–50. CiteSeerX 10.1.1.413.8397. doi:10.1007/s11199-005-1192-9. S2CID 10241677.