Most commonly used serotonin-reuptake inhibitors used in the treatment of Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) and the average effective dosages based on clinical studies: You can read more about augmenting SSRIs in the treatment of BDD if a single agent is not effective. Generic Name Brand Name Average Dose (milligrams per day)* Citalopram Celexa 66 Escitalopram […]
Before You Pull The Trigger – Try Putting the Gun Away
Trigger: A small device that releases a spring or catch and so sets off a mechanism, esp. in order to fire a gun. I had to pull down the mirror in our bathroom last night. That is truly a sad state of affairs. But I did this in an effort to remove my TRIGGERS: Those […]
DISQUIETING
I can feel it on my face. The deep, open crevice of my scar. I can feel it stretching, tugging, retching. For the first several months after the injury I attributed this to the process of healing and the formation of new cartilage. But now I know it is in my mind. How do I know […]
Location of Perceived Defects in Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)
Studies illustrate that BDD can strike virtually anywhere. The skin, hair, and nose are most often disliked. It’s likely that people underreport worries about certain body areas—for example, breasts and genitals—because they’re embarrassed, and that the true percentages for such areas are higher than those listed here. Body Part Percent (%) of Patients with Concern […]
Going off Lexapro for my BDD: More Sleep and Better Sex!
I won’t lie, I had wonderful sex with my wife last night. This was so needed, and I am telling you this because the Lexapro ruined my ability to achieve an orgasm. This was upsetting, yes I know I was taking it to feel better, but the Lexapro was not making me feel better. I […]