abstract: The present research expands on prior research that demonstrated a prototypical facial expression in response to cute, baby-like Kindchenschema targets. This expression, referred to as the tenderness expression, is recognizable to onlookers as a response to such stimuli. Across two studies, the current research examined if there were differences in perceptions of trustworthiness (Studies 1 and 2) and willingness to trust (Study 2) toward individuals displaying the tenderness expression as compared to a Duchenne smile or a neutral expression. Results indicate the tenderness expression is associated with lower ratings of trustworthiness relative to a smile, but no differences among the expressions on willingness to trust. Exploratory analyses demonstrate a replicated pattern of differences on the Big Five Personality Inventory among these three expressions. While these findings were not consistent with a priori hypotheses, this research provides further insight into the social implications associated with this tenderness expression. / Dissertation/Thesis / Doctoral Dissertation Psychology 2019
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:asu.edu/item:53617 |
| Date | January 2019 |
| Contributors | O'Neil, Makenzie Joanne (Author), Shiota, Michelle N. (Advisor), Kenrick, Douglas T. (Committee member), Wynne, Clive D.L. (Committee member), Bradley, Robert H. (Committee member), Arizona State University (Publisher) |
| Source Sets | Arizona State University |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Doctoral Dissertation |
| Format | 55 pages |
| Rights | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ |
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