Body Dysmorphic Disorder

Category: Mental Health / Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders

Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) is a mental health condition characterized by a preoccupation with perceived flaws in one's physical appearance that are often unnoticeable to others. This preoccupation causes significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning.

Global Prevalence

Approximately 1.7-2.4% of the general population (APA, 2013).

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