scholarly journals An Exploratory Study of Nonsurgical Cosmetic Procedures Consumers

1970 ◽  
Vol 35 (2) ◽  
pp. 76-96
Author(s):  
Timothy Reisenwitz ◽  
Jie Fowler

This exploratory study investigated the amount of information used byconsumers when engaging in non-surgical cosmetic procedures. Moreover, theprimary purpose of the research is to investigate the linkage between non-surgicalcosmetic procedures and the constructs associated with the “self,” such as attitudetoward social media advertising, attitude toward traditional (mass media) advertising,cognitive age, risk aversion, satisfaction, and self-image or self-concept. T-tests ofthe data yielded significant results for most of the variables. This research willhopefully aid marketers to better focus on important areas of information use bynon-surgical cosmetic procedures consumers. These results are discussed, alongwith managerial implications, limitations and directions for future research.

Author(s):  
Aditi Grover ◽  
Jeffrey Foreman ◽  
Mardie Burckes-Miller

Purpose This paper aims to explore the forces at work that negatively influence the self-image perceptions of young women, causing them to strive for an “ultra-thin” ideal. Design/methodology/approach Focus groups explore why and how perceived self-image influences young women’s body and perceptions and, consequently, health. Thematic qualitative analysis explores the realm of information and emotions involved with the thin-ideal. Findings Social contagion theory emerged with a significant impact caused by network influencers and the spread of information and emotions within social networks forces that sustain the need to be ultra-thin, even though there is abundant knowledge about adverse effects. Research limitations/implications Future research should address limitations involving representativeness and generalizability. Practical implications Social marketing programs, including social media, should stress healthy eating habits while focusing on the importance of the self and de-emphasizing the “thin-ideal” image. Originality/value Results will assist in developing more informed and effective prevention programs, including social media campaigns, as preventative healthcare to reduce the risk of the spread of eating disorders and promote psychological health of at-risk young adults.


Koneksi ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 83
Author(s):  
Lisa Harsono ◽  
Septia Winduwati

Instagram is a platform that presents the self-image of someone. When users find out that using Instagram was toxic to their self-esteem, they decided to detox instagram by stopping using Instagram. This research’s purpose is to know the self-esteem’s user when doing detox Instagram. This research is based on self-concept theory, self-esteem theory, social media theory, Instagram theory, and the detox instagram phenomenon theory. This research is using a qualitative approach with a study case method for college students that stop using Instagram. Collecting data is done by deep interviews. The result in this research shows that when informants doing detox instagram, they appreciate themself, focus on upgrading their potential, and stop comparing their life to each other. Instagram merupakan platform yang menyajikan citra diri individu. Ketika penggunanya merasakan penggunaan Instagram menjadi toxic bagi self-esteem, maka pengguna memutuskan untuk melakukan deleting toxic (detox) Instagram dengan cara berhenti bermain Instagram. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui self-esteem pengguna ketika melakukan detox Instagram. Penelitian ini berlandaskan pada konsep diri, self-esteem, media sosial, Instagram dan fenomena detox Instagram. Penelitian dilakukan dengan pendekatan kualitatif dengan metode studi kasus pada mahasiswa yang berhenti bermain Instagram. Pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan wawancara mendalam. Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa ketika informan melakukan detox Instagram, para informan merasa lebih menghargai diri sendiri, fokus kepada potensi yang dimilikinya, dan berhenti membanding-bandingkan diri dengan sesamanya.


2017 ◽  
Vol 18 (3_suppl) ◽  
pp. S95-S107
Author(s):  
Timothy H. Reisenwitz

The demand for senior living will continue to increase as America ages. There are various types of senior living facilities, but continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs), or life care communities, have become quite popular. They offer a wide selection of services for residents. This study focused on a particular CCRC and examined the differences between two groups: CCRC residents and non-residents, that is, those who considered CCRC residency but decided against it. First, a consumer profile was developed, detailing the characteristics of the typical CCRC resident. Then, various psychographic variables were analyzed to compare the two groups: cognitive age, advice from friends, family and salespeople, attitude towards the advertising, involvement and self-image or self-concept. T-tests revealed significant differences between groups regarding cognitive age, salespeople advice and self-image or self-concept. Implications for marketers are discussed and directions for future research are provided.


2020 ◽  
pp. 027243162097853
Author(s):  
J. Ortega-Barón ◽  
J. M. Machimbarrena ◽  
I. Montiel ◽  
S. Buelga ◽  
A. Basterra-González ◽  
...  

For the Z-Generation, the Internet has become a very important experimentation laboratory for the discovery and validation of their identity. Despite the importance of the process of building the self in the adolescent, there are hardly any validated instruments that measure the self online. The aim of this research was to design and validate the Brief Self Online Scale (SO-8). A total of 843 students (384 boys, 45.6%), with an age range of 10 to 14 years participated. Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) confirmed the hypothesized model of two correlated factors (Online Self-Perception and Online Idealized Projection), previously obtained through exploratory factor analysis (EFA). The reliability coefficients of Self Online dimensions were adequate. Indicators of convergent validity were obtained, finding significant correlations with self-concept, problematic Internet use, and online emotional intelligence. The SO-8 has adequate psychometric properties to be considered a reliable and valid tool to measure the construct of the Self Online in adolescents.


2017 ◽  
Vol 57 (3) ◽  
pp. 352-369 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jie Xu ◽  
Yiye Wu

Based on the psychological reactance theory, this study examined the effect of incorporating sympathy via social media on countering reactance in crisis communication. The study employed a 2 (expressing sympathy: yes vs. no) × 2 (medium: Twitter vs. news release) between-subject experimental design. Two hundred and fifty-three ( N = 253) American consumers recruited from Amazon Mechanical Turk participated in this online experiment. Results indicated that using Twitter and expressing sympathy significantly lowered reactance. There was no interaction effect between the two factors, such that their influence on reactance was not contingent on one another. There was a partial yet significant mediation effect of reactance between medium and two outcomes (perceived crisis responsibility and organizational reputation). There was no mediation effect of reactance between sympathy expressed and two outcomes. The theoretical and managerial implications were discussed, as well as limitations and suggestions for future research.


2021 ◽  
Vol 24 ◽  
pp. 26-37
Author(s):  
Jonah C. Balba ◽  
Manuel E. Cainigcoy

Individuals with high self-concept will likely have high life satisfaction, they easily get adjusted to life, and they communicate their feeling more appropriately. However, it was not certain whether self-concept would decline or improve as individuals age, or whether self-concept would vary between genders and ethnic groups.  To prove, a study was carried out to compare the self-concept of college students in an Asian context. The inquiry utilized the cross-sectional design in finding out significant differences in the self-concept of participants in terms of age, gender, and ethnicity. A 22-item questionnaire was adapted and administered to 222 Bachelor of Public Administration and Bachelor of Science in Business Administration students from the satellite campus of Bukidnon State University in the Philippines. Initially, a sample was randomly drawn from the population. During the actual data collection, the researchers had difficulty getting the responses from the randomly selected individuals due to internet connection and it was done amidst a pandemic. Instead, it took all responses from those who were available, have access to the internet, and could accomplish the google forms. The data were analyzed using Mean, Standard Deviation, T-test for independent sample, ANOVA and Post Hoc test. The results revealed that college students at the locale have a high level of self-concept in self-fulfilment, emotional adjustment, and honesty. Yet, they only had a moderate level of self-concept in autonomy. Further, there were significant differences in college students’ autonomy and honesty in terms of age and gender. Furthermore, there were significant differences in their emotional adjustment and self-fulfilment as to their ethnicity. The results have implications for instruction, administration, guidance services, and future research.


2018 ◽  
Vol 20 (4) ◽  
pp. 295-306
Author(s):  
Christopher J. Schneider

Pogonotrophy refers to beard cultivation including growth and grooming practices. This exploratory study contributes to the little understood role of beard culture on YouTube. Scholarship examining the relationship between social media platforms such as YouTube and beard culture is almost nonexistent. This gap in the research allows us to ask the following: What sorts of content do users circulate about beards on YouTube? And, how does this content contribute to how users interact and learn about beards? A total of 62,061 user-generated comments across 310 videos featured on the Beardbrand YouTube channel were collected and examined using qualitative media analysis. Three themes emerged from an analysis of these data: the yeard quest, the ideal type, and how to beard. The findings illustrate the important role that YouTube plays in fostering contemporary beard culture. Suggestions for future research are noted.


2016 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 272
Author(s):  
Varun Elembilassery

This exploratory study aims to develop a Competency Framework for Nonprofit Organizations (NPO) by applying the fundamentals of Competency Based Human Resource practices on Nonprofit Organizations. The study begins with a literature review and followed by detailed description of methodology for data collection. The data is derived from Indian Organization using three different methods. Firstly, a case study of an NPO working with rural women was done. Secondly, a website survey of job postings of seven NPOs working in different fields was done. And finally, an open ended online interview of management students with a past NPO work experience was done. Based on the observations from these three sources, a competency framework for NPOs is proposed. Limitations of the study, scope for future research and managerial implications are also discussed.


2019 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
pp. 60-72 ◽  
Author(s):  
Serena Chen

The core premise of this article is that it is scientifically informative and psychologically meaningful to conceptualize and assess authenticity in context. I begin by providing some theoretical background on the nature of the self-concept, highlighting how the self-concept is composed of a collection of selves, with different selves activated and therefore at play in different contexts. This basic fact, that the self-concept is both multifaceted and malleable, implies that authenticity is a construct that requires study at a contextual level. I illustrate this by reviewing theory and findings from 3 areas of research, incorporating studies from my laboratory throughout. These areas are (a) authenticity in the context of close relationships; (b) authenticity in hierarchical contexts, wherein one occupies a lower versus higher position of social power; and (c) authenticity in relation to the larger cultural context. Finally, I address a number of issues and questions that arise when considering authenticity in context and propose a number of directions for future research on the context-specific nature of authenticity.


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