Abstract

JUSTO, Ana Maria  and  VIZEU CAMARGO, Brigido. Body and social cognitions. liber. [online]. 2013, vol.19, n.1, pp.21-32. ISSN 1729-4827.

This paper is a literature review about social cognitions and behaviors related to the body. Our goal is to present what is understood by body in the scope of social psychology, specifically in relation to social representation theory and phenomenon. In this perspective, the role of socially shared beliefs and values is taken in consideration as well as the psychological and individual dimensions so to comprehend the conceptions and social functions linked to the body, along with behaviors related to it. Empirical studies and theoretical essays published in the scientific literature nationally and internationally were used as a foundation. Social representation theory makes possible an amplified comprehension of the body and behaviors associated to it. It is known that the body mediates social relations and moreover the body has been considered over the last decades as a highlight in the media and scientific productions, mirroring the movement of society in relation to this object and values imbricated in it. We are living an important social moment to think about the body, and the beliefs and cares related to it.

Keywords : Bodily Practices; Body; Body Image; Social Representation.

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