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My Dopamine Receptors Are Fried
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Photos distort your appearance.
- Mirror vs. Picture Discrepancy: We perceive ourselves differently in mirrors (mirrored image) and pictures (unmirrored image) due to familiarity with our mirrored reflection since childhood. This is supported by mere-exposure theory.
- Self-Perception Bias: People generally perceive themselves as more attractive than they are objectively. Studies show individuals often select a slightly more attractive morphed version of their photo as their actual image.
- Impact of Photo Editing: Frequent use of face-tuning apps alters self-perception, leading individuals to find unedited photos less attractive. This is especially impactful for women and can contribute to body dysmorphia.
- Camera Effects: Technical aspects like camera quality, focal length, and lighting significantly affect how a face appears in a picture. Distortion from wide-angle lenses and poor lighting can make someone look less attractive than in real life.
- Psychological State: Mood, confidence, and self-esteem influence self-perception of attractiveness. Exposure to attractive individuals can temporarily lower self-perceived attractiveness, and vice versa. Social comparison with similar others and idealized media images also plays a role.
- Facial Expression: Facial movement and expression impact perceived attractiveness in pictures. While videos offer more information, static images still provide sufficient data for accurate attractiveness judgments.
- Conclusion: A high-quality, unmirrored picture accurately represents how others see you. A high-quality mirrored picture reflects what you're accustomed to seeing