While some say that “selfies” (camera-phone self-portraits) are innocent fun, others argue that women are objectifying themselves.LINZY SLUSHER
Unless you’ve managed to avoid the phenomenon that is social media (in which case, congratulations on your efforts and allow me to introduce you to the future), you’ve likely seen a selfie or two, even if you didn’t know it.
Whether you call it vanity, narcissism, or showing off your new bangs, the camera-phone self-portrait is everywhere, thanks in large part to a culture of sharing every aspect of our lives via the Internet. Some folks just want you to know what kind of salads they’re into; for others, it’s about capturing their good side.
In any case, there’s something that draws girls and women, in particular, to share selfies.