Document Type

Thesis - University Access Only

Award Date

2005

Degree Name

Master of Science (MS)

Department / School

Communication Studies and Theatre

First Advisor

Laurie Haleta

Abstract

The purpose of the study was to examine the self-disclosures and comments about self that the patients on MTV's I Want a Famous Face divulge. The comments of the patients were analyzed in order to identify a possible change in their self-concepts as a result of their undergoing surgery to look more like their favorite celebrities. To add insight into the findings of the analysis, Carl Rogers' theory of self (1951, 1959, 1961, 1963) was applied to each of the examined episodes. The findings of the study suggested a significant change in each patient's perception of self, resulting from his or her surgical transformation. Each of the observed individuals displayed higher levels of self-esteem, and an increase in their feelings of self-worth when they believed they more accurately resembled their idols.

Library of Congress Subject Headings

I want a famous face (Television program)
Self-perception
Body image
Surgery, Plastic
Celebrities in mass media
Reality television programs

Publisher

South Dakota State University

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