What to wear? The influence of attire on the perceived professionalism of dentists and lawyers

被引：32
作者：
Furnham, Adrian [1 ]
Chan, Pui Shuen [1 ]
Wilson, Emma [1 ]
机构：
[1] UCL, London WC1H 0AP, England
来源：
JOURNAL OF APPLIED SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY | 2013年 / 43卷 / 09期
关键词：
PHYSICIAN ATTIRE; WHITE COAT; PATIENTS PERCEPTIONS; DOCTORS ATTIRE; PATIENTS VIEWS; DRESS; ATTITUDES; SEX; PATIENT; PARENTS;
D O I：
10.1111/jasp.12136
中图分类号：
B84 [心理学];
学科分类号：
04 ; 0402 ;
摘要：
Using a sample of 201 participants and a between-subjects design, the perceived professionalismsuitability, capability, ease to talk to and friendlinessof male and female dentists and lawyers in various attires was examined. Results showed an absolute preference for male dentists and lawyers in professional and formal attire, respectively. Male dentists and lawyers in professional and formal attire were further rated as more suitable, capable, easier to talk to, and friendlier than female professionals, and than those dressed in smart or casual attire. Results are discussed in terms of positive dental outcomes and legal representation. Limitations are considered.
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