Presentation Title
Racial Identity Development and Self-Objectification with Biracial Women
Location
Fenn Tower Ballroom
Presentation Type
Poster Session
Start Date
4-12-2014 3:30 PM
End Date
4-12-2014 4:20 PM
Abstract
The purpose of this presentation is to review the current literature regarding biracial, black/white, identity development of young women with respect to objectification theory (Frederickson & Roberts, 1997). The author discusses these intersections within biracial woman’s views of self. Specifically, physical attributes in relation to the social exchange and sexual strategies mate selection theories are examined within historical and societal contexts. The author includes implications for culturally competent therapy and directions for future research with biracial females.
Racial Identity Development and Self-Objectification with Biracial Women
Fenn Tower Ballroom
The purpose of this presentation is to review the current literature regarding biracial, black/white, identity development of young women with respect to objectification theory (Frederickson & Roberts, 1997). The author discusses these intersections within biracial woman’s views of self. Specifically, physical attributes in relation to the social exchange and sexual strategies mate selection theories are examined within historical and societal contexts. The author includes implications for culturally competent therapy and directions for future research with biracial females.
