Body Dysmorphia
Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), is a mental health condition where a person spends a lot of time worrying about flaws in their appearance that are often unnoticeable to others. It's most common in teenagers and young adults, but can affect any age, and both men and women.
How Can I Help...
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I offer a range of therapeutic approaches that can help both children and adults with this presentation:
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) – Talking therapy which can be adapted for Neurodiverse individuals.
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Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) can be utilised to work on distress tolerance and emotional regulation.
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Parenting support and training sessions.
What are the symptoms of Body Dysmorphia...
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Worry a lot about a specific area of your body (particularly your face).
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Spending a lot of time comparing your looks with other people's.
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Looking at yourself in mirrors a lot or avoid mirrors altogether.
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Going to a lot of effort to conceal flaws – for example, by spending a long time combing your hair, applying make-up or choosing clothes.
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Picking at your skin to make it "smooth"
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What is Body Dysmorphia
Five Signs Of Body Dysmoprhia
Book Recommendations
Understanding Body Dysmorphic Disorder: An Essential Guide Paperback
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- 20 Feb. 2009
by Katharine A. Phillips (Author)
The Parents' Guide to Body Dysmorphic Disorder: How to Support Your Child, Teen or Young Adult Paperback
- 21 Aug. 2020
by Nicole Schnackenberg (Author), Amita Jassi (Author), Benedetta Monzani (Author)
Reflections on Body Dysmorphic Disorder: Stories of Courage, Determination and Hope Paperback
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- 9 Nov. 2016
by Nicole Schnackenberg (Editor), Sergio Petro (Editor)