BODY DYSMORPHIC DISORDER
What is BDD? How do i deal with it?
Body Dysmorphic disorder is a psychological disorder in which a person becomes obsessed with imaginary defects in their body. It is exremely serious as after a long period of this illness sufferers' often become suicidal; regrettably.
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You can odten develop routines and habits which have a disruptive effect on your life; such as excessive use of mirrors or picking your skin. These habots have a significant impact on your life. It often causes problems such as: The feelings of shame, guilt and loneliness, self-harm, depression or anxiety and misuse of alcohol or drugs.
Often; many people with BDD do not seek help as they are worried that people will judge them. This means people are likely to experience BDD for a long time before the seek help.
Common Signs Of BDD: With BDD, your obsessions can often cause significant anxiety and you may develop compulsive disorders or routines. As this is a common occurence it is closely related to obsessive compulsive disorder.
Worries About THe Body: Spending several hours a day thinking negatively about your body. Common areas are facial features (nose, eyes, hair, chin & skin) partial areas of body (breasts / genitals) feeling you are overweight or underweight. People often experience eating problems but not all people with eating issues experience Body Dysmorphic disorder.
Common behavior when people deal with BDD.
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Using heavy makeup in public
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Brushing hair obsessively
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Checking mirrors often
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Changing posture in certain items of clothing
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Seeking constant reassurance
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Picking your skin to make it smooth
Body dismorphia has got to go. It's similar to a disease called crazy eyes not the way others look at you, but the way you see yourself. The insanity which we use as our vision.
- Margaret Cho
Mirror, mirror, can't you see?
What you show is killing me.
- Unknown
Abuse or Bullying
This may develop a negative self-image which can lead to obsessions about your appearance.
Low Self-Esteem
You can become fixed on aspects of your appearance that you want to improve.
Fear Of Being Alone Or Isolated
Worrying about not fitting into a group of friends or not being able to have a romantic relationship can lead to BDD. You may believe a particular type of appearance is necessary to maintain friends or find a partner. If a relationship is broken; this can cause your concerns to become worse.
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