Abstract

Objectives: The objective of this presentation is to understand beauty on a deeper level. The audience will learn why, when we look at an object in nature or look at a person's face, we perceive it as beautiful. The audience will also learn how the interactions of math, science, visual processing, and emotion relate to our perception of beauty, and be able to apply learned principles to their everyday aesthetic practices. They will also learn the important impact looking and feeling beautiful has on their patients' emotional well-being and success in life. Introduction: When we see an object in nature or a person's face, we know when it is beautiful. But why? What occurs within your visual system, your brain and your environment to affirm that something or someone is beautiful? And what impact does looking and feeling beautiful have on patients? Materials / method: Literature review Results: Literature review Conclusion: Beauty is a perception, rooted in mathematics and science, that is based on visual processing and evoked emotions. We are programmed to be attracted to beauty, which serves as a survival mechanism. Yet, our perception of beauty can be influenced by environmental inputs. Looking and feeling beautiful is important, as it positively correlates with occupational and social success.