This study guide covers the "Bodies and Selves" section of UC Irvine's Introduction to Sociocultural Anthropology course. Can also be used as flashcards; terms and definitions format.
Bodies and Selves
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The artificial separation of
the mind and body. The
Cartesian Dualism
"body" seen as a anatomi-
(Mind-Body Separation)
co-pathological fact is not
universal.
Comprised of different
phases flowing through a
Five-Element Chart generating and controlling
cycle. Water, fire, earth,
wood, metal.
How we see our bodies.
They are representations
Body Image of partial truths, shaped
by cultural and personal
meanings.
Views the body as a 'lived
Body-Self self;' focuses on bodily ex-
periences.
Views our bodies as prod-
ucts of particular tech-
niques of power. Refers
Body Politic
to the regulation, surveil-
lance, and control of bod-
ies (i.e. anorexia).
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