Face facts: An unbidden role for features in communication |
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Authors: | Patricia S Laser Virginia Andreoli Mathie |
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Institution: | (1) the Department of Psychology, University of Virginia, 22901 Charlottesville, VA;(2) the Department of Psychology, James Madison University, 22807 Harrisonburg, VA |
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Abstract: | Physiognomic or facial structure influence was investigated with regard to perceived facial expression. Subjects saw nine drawings, three of which had been altered for eyebrow characteristics, three for lip characteristics, and three for differing face shapes. Subjects rated the faces within each feature variation group as differing significantly on exhibited facial expression, even though the physiognomic structure of only one feature had been varied. Statistically, heavy eyebrows and a narrow face shape had the most effect on perceived facial expression. Physiognomic change alone led to different perceptions of exhibited facial expression. Implications for human interaction and personality development are discussed. |
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