Anthropology of the Body

The Anthropology of the Body explores how different cultures perceive, experience, and give meaning to the human body. It examines how bodies are shaped by social, cultural, and historical factors—such as hygiene practices, beauty standards, gender roles, and rituals. This field reveals that bodies are not just biological entities but also symbols reflecting cultural values, beliefs, and identities. By studying diverse body practices worldwide, it helps us understand how societies construct identity, power, and social norms through the way people organize and interpret their bodily experiences.