Body Dysmorphia

What is Body Dysmorphia?

Body dysmorphia, often referred to as body dysmorphic disorder, involves intense preoccupation with perceived flaws in appearance that are minor or not visible to others. These thoughts can be distressing and time consuming. Therapy helps reduce fixation, distress, and avoidance behaviors.

How Body Dysmorphia Affects Your Life

Body dysmorphia can lead to compulsive checking, reassurance seeking, or avoidance of social situations. It often impacts mood, relationships, and daily functioning.

What Causes Body Dysmorphia?

Contributing factors include genetic vulnerability, trauma, bullying, and cultural appearance standards.

Why Professional Help Makes a Difference

Specialized therapy helps interrupt obsessive patterns and reduce distress safely.

Therapeutic Approaches That Help

Approaches may include cognitive behavioral therapy, exposure strategies, and compassion focused therapy.

Who is Affected?

Body dysmorphia affects people of all genders and ages.

What Recovery Can Look Like

Recovery involves reduced preoccupation, improved functioning, and greater self acceptance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this just insecurity?
No.

Can therapy help without medication?
Yes.

Realistic Case Example

Laura spent hours checking mirrors daily. Therapy helped her reduce compulsions and reengage with life.

Related Concerns

Next Steps

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