Resting bitch face

[peacetraveler22]

Today I was reminded of a unique phenomenon we call "resting bitch face" in English. I'm not sure if this expression is used in Russian, but it refers to people (mostly women) who always have an angry, annoyed or irritated expression on their face. The expression does not always correlate with the emotions of the particular moment, and there have been some psychological and physiological studies to determine whether resting bitch face is genetically inherent, or whether it's a true reflection of a person's mood or personality. There has been no conclusive answer. :) Normally, I'm a very cheerful, smiley person but lately it seems I probably have this resting bitch face expression too often. Do you know women, or men, who always have this look of displeasure or irritation on their face? There are several female celebrities who have notably been diagnosed as having resting bitch face - Kristen Stewart, Anna Kendrick, Victoria Beckham. Just look at photos of them online, and you will see it's true! Personally, I could never date or constantly be around someone who always looks like a sour puss! :)) A nice smile is immediately inviting, while a look like this screams "stay away!"

Comments

[(Anonymous)]

This stereotyped thinking leads to nowhere (in my view). External or internal factors influence the mood, which then manifest itself in facial expressions. If those around you all have that bitchy look, then you should worry. :)
Because...
A. ...it is something personal /they hate you
B. ...it is deemed to be inappropriate/insane
C. ...they are clearly worse off and therefore it isn't the right place for you to stay

[peacetraveler22.livejournal.com]

It is not stereotyped thinking. This is a physical and mental condition that has been studied by doctors and scientist to determine the cause of the expression. Google the terms "resting bitch face" and you can see the studies.

[(Anonymous)]

"This is a physical and mental condition... " Basically I did not say anything different.
The fact that there is a study (irrespective of the scientific or news value of that type of studies) does not change the concept of stereotyped thinking. Meaning the classification in categories for the purpose of simplification etc.
All that's missing now is some news about a discovery of a new drug on BuzzFeed, sponsored by Lilly, Pfizer and co.

Cheers