Self-Image In The Form Of Racism And Oppression Against African Americans

A recent survey has shown that 90% of all women want to change at least one aspect of their physical appearance. It ultimately boils down as to people’s perceptions of themselves and who they think they are, otherwise known as, self-image. Self-image is one’s personal view of themselves and what their level of strength, appearance, and personality is thought to be. Everyone truly wishes to be part of the crowd, and in turn, attempt to alter their self-image. About a century ago, issues with self-image occurred in the form of racism and oppression against African Americans. An example of self-image would be that of racism, segregation, and how people who were oppressed by these issues tried to change themselves to be relieved of the problem