Table 2.
Factors Affecting the Decision to Perform Cosmetic Surgery (N = 563)
| Scale Items | Disagree | Neutral | Agree |
|---|---|---|---|
| I think I have a pretty good knowledge about the procedures I underwent/will undergo | 214 (38.01%) | 136 (24.16%) | 213 (37.83%) |
| In your opinion, to what extent could these factors be a motivation to undergo cosmetic procedures | |||
| TV programs and social media | 130 (23.09%) | 106 (18.83%) | 327 (58.08) |
| Social circle (family/friends) | 147 (26.11%) | 104 (18.47%) | 312 (55.42%) |
| Lack of appearance satisfaction | 97 (17.23%) | 86 (15.28%) | 380 (67.50%) |
| Birth defects or previous injuries | 86 (15.28%) | 50 (8.88%) | 427 (75.84%) |
| To what extent do you agree/disagree with the following statements: | |||
| It makes sense to have a cosmetic procedure if it will make the person feel better about him/herself | 140 (24.87%) | 94 (16.70%) | 329 (58.44%) |
| It makes sense to have a cosmetic procedure to please another person (eg, intimate partner, family member, close friends) | 390 (69.27%) | 97 (17.23%) | 76 (13.50%) |
| It makes sense to undergo cosmetic procedures if the individual is facing bullying | 208 (36.94%) | 156 (27.71%) | 199 (35.35%) |
| Cosmetic procedures should be reserved only for people with a medical need | 301 (53.46%) | 107 (19.01%) | 155 (27.53%) |