This disorder,
formerly referred to as dysmorphophobia, tends to occur in young
adults equally in either gender. The patient becomes pre-occupied
with a non-existent or minimal cosmetic defect (nose, cleft chin,
blemish, breast size) and persistently seeks medical attention to
fix it surgically.
BDD
Support (UK) - Is a not for profit organisation that provides
information for those affected by Body Dysmorphic Disorder and professionals
working with sufferers. We aim to increase awareness of the condition
in order to improve access to appropriate treatment and reduce the
years of suffering that individuals with BDD currently experience.
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Body
Dysmorphic Disorder(BDD) - Centre for Anxiety Disorders and Trauma.
Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) is defined as a preoccupation with
one or more defects in one's appearance for which most people can
hardly notice or do not believe to be important. To fulfil the diagnostic
criteria it must also either cause significant distress or handicap.
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Body
Dysmorphic Disorder - A distressing and impairing preoccupation
with an imagined or slight defect in appearance. 3/5
Body
Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) - Is a body image problem. It is defined
as a preoccupation with one or more perceived defects in one’s
appearance which other people can hardly notice or do not believe
to be important. To fulfil the diagnostic criteria it must also either
cause significant distress or handicap. Information
by Dr David Veale.
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Body
Dysmorphic Disorder - FAQ - Dr David Veale, The Priory Hospital,
North London - Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) is a mental disorder
defined as a preoccupation with a perceived defect in one's appearance.
If a slight defect is present, which others hardly notice, then the
concern is regarded as markedly excessive. In order to receive the
diagnosis, the preoccupation must cause significant distress or impairment
in one's occupational or social functioning. Not
Rated
Body
Dysmorphic Disorder - Body dysmorphic disorder is an under-recognised
chronic problem that is defined as an excessive preoccupation with
an imagined or a minor defect of a localised facial feature or body
part, resulting in decreased social, academic and occupational functioning..
Information compiled by Maurice Sterndale D Hyp. PDCHyp. 3/5
The
BDD Foundation (UK) - Aims to increase awareness and understanding
of Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), taking the focus away from current
stigmas that can perceive BDD as narcissistic, self-indulgent or purely
a result of modern Western ideals. We also aim to dispel the belief
of many people affected by BDD, that the disorder cannot be overcome.
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- Body Dysmorphic Disorder
