Body dysmorphic disorder is characterized by preoccupation with ≥ 1 perceived defects in physical appearance that are not apparent or appear only slight to other people. The preoccupation with appearance must cause clinically significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, academic, or other aspects of functioning. And at some point, patients must repetitively and excessively […]
Selfie
I was at the falls with my kids. The sun was pouring through the mist, the emerald green of the trees and bouncing off the lichen… it was spectacular. I snapped some shots of the kids and then my daughter asked me to take a “selfie.” So I leaned down and flipped the camera lens […]
How do I Know if I Have BDD? Body Dysmorphic Disorder Test – The BDDQ
BDD is Fairly Common How Common Is BDD? Studies Have Found That BDD Occurs in Approximately . . . . 1%–2.4% of adults in the general population. 2.2%–13% of students. 13%–16% of patients who are psychiatrically hospitalized. 14%–42% of outpatients with atypical major depression. 11%–12% of outpatients with social phobia. 3%–37% (average of 17%) of […]