Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) (previously known as Dysmorphophobia) is a (psychological) Somatoform disorder in which the affected person is excessively concerned about and preoccupied by a perceived defect in his or her physical features (body image). Depending on the individual case, BDD may either be a somatoform disorder or part of an eating disorder or both: BDD always includes a debilitating or excessive fear of judgement by others, as is seen with social anxiety, social phobia and some OCD problems; or alternately may be a part of eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa and compulsive overeating. Although the term “body dysmorphic disorder” itself describes only those excessive social acceptance fears that relate to one’s personal body image. Depending on the individual it may or may not also be part of one of these wider or related syndromes.

The sufferer may complain of several specific features or a single feature, or a vague feature or general appearance, causing psychological distress that impairs occupational and/or social functioning, sometimes to the point of severe depression and anxiety, development of other anxiety disorders, social withdrawal or complete social isolation, and more.
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Body Dysmorphic Disorder Blog Results

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  According to the medical world, Body Dysmorphic Disorder is a psychiatric illness where a person cannot get over some perceived flaw in their body. They see aspects of themselves as deformed, ugly, disgusting. … Read more
• Hair Restoration Blog » Blog Archive » Body Dysmorphic Disorder
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