This morning I was a guest 'expert' on the Vanessa Feltz show. I was asked to comment on a recent study which reported that women could tell by a man's facial features whether he was looking for a one-night stand or a committed relationship. You will be unsurprised to hear me report that I thought the study was a load of rubbish.
Studies such as these are ignorant and misleading. I'm sorry to say, but life is not as simple as an absolute formula, big forehead + square jaw + close set eyes = gigolo...watch out! I believe that indicators such as an individual's stage in life, mood, levels of alcohol, and other contextual factors provide a much greater clue as to one's intentions than a square jaw.
Additionally, studies like this propagate the hegemonic view of masculinity which places women in constant pursuit of long-term relationships, trying to duck and weave their way out of purely sexual encounters. Again, it's not as straightforward as that. This is 2008, times have changed!
It's dangerous to link physical features to behavioural patterns or personality characteristics, as not only is the link false, but it supports racism, nationalism, stereotypes, and segregation, to name just a few of the nasties. Take it from the dumb blond.
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