Revolutionary research on using tools

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The discussion revolves around recent research presented by Susan Fiske regarding the neurological responses of men when viewing images of women in bikinis, particularly in relation to tool handling and action intention. The scope includes psychological insights and societal implications of objectification.

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  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants note that the research suggests men may objectify women based on sexual attraction, which is surprising to them.
  • Others express skepticism about the novelty of the findings, suggesting that similar observations can be made in everyday contexts, such as in workshops or garages.
  • A participant questions the accuracy of the claim regarding objectification, indicating a need for further clarification.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally disagree on the novelty and implications of the research findings, with some viewing it as a reiteration of known behaviors while others find it surprising.

Contextual Notes

There are unresolved assumptions regarding the interpretation of the research findings and the societal implications of objectification. The discussion does not clarify the methodology or specific definitions used in the research.

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New research shows that, in men, the brain areas associated with handling tools and the intention to perform actions light up when viewing images of women in bikinis.

The research was presented this week by Susan Fiske, professor of psychology at Princeton University, at the annual meeting of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.

http://www.cnn.com/2009/HEALTH/02/19/women.bikinis.objects/index.html?iref=mpstoryview

Other valuable insights into tooling include the following:
Men also remember these women's bodies better than those of fully-clothed women, Fiske said. Each image was shown for only a fraction of a second.

How little we men know about ourselves.
 
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Pppffffft. Nothing new in that research. Just look at the posters on the wall of any workshop or garage...
 
berkeman said:
Pppffffft. Nothing new in that research. Just look at the posters on the wall of any workshop or garage...
Took the words right out of my mouth.
 
berkeman said:
Pppffffft. Nothing new in that research. Just look at the posters on the wall of any workshop or garage...
'Twas my first thought when I read it.
 
berkeman said:
Pppffffft. Nothing new in that research. Just look at the posters on the wall of any workshop or garage...

Not sure if you see a lot of bikinis over there.