The Dark Shadow Shrine

embrace the darkness; that you may see the light nestled within it......

Tuesday, May 15, 2018

Just 12, and she had nose job, liposuction and eyelid surgery

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Perhaps more surprising is that many teens have the backing of their parents, some of whom have paid for cosmetic procedures as a gift for their child's birthday or for doing well in exams.

some parents want to give their children an edge over their peers: "Certain studies have found that good-looking people are more successful and have a greater income when competing with others."


it is unlikely that teens would attain long-term confidence from cosmetic procedures alone....In fact, some might "use such procedures as a crutch", and not learn suitable ways to deal with their body image issues, he added..."This may create dependence that would be very difficult to resolve as the person grows older."

Can also go into issues like the impact of social media casuing us to emphasise appearance, etc....

Qn: To what extent are people judged more by their physical appearance than by their abilities? (Cam. 2017)