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How do you know if you have body dysmorphic disorder?

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Get good help: If you are having sx making you suspicious you should get an evaluation with an psychiatrist experienced with body dysmorphic disorder.

Answered 11/22/2014

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Psych eval: Body dysmorphic disorder is a mental health disorder in which one becomes extremely focused on perceived body/ facial defects that don't actually exist. It can damage self esteem & quality of life. Psychological evaluation can determine if you have this condition. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a good choice for tx.

Answered 7/20/2020

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Dr. Susan Uhrich answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

You may not.: Rather than self diagnosing, if you have concerns, be evaluated by a psychiatrist experienced in this area.

Answered 5/7/2016

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Body dysmorphic: Disorder is something your doc can diagnose. It is typically expressed in extreme displeasure w/an aspect of the physical body that is ok or slightly disproportionate. Some people go to extremes with surgery and suffer greatly over this. It is an obsessive disorder and treatable by a mental health professional. Loving what you have is something a professional can help you to do.

Answered 4/12/2014

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Body dysmorphia: Psychological evaluation can determine if you have this condition. Body dysmorphic disorder is a mental health disorder in which one becomes extremely focused on perceived body/ facial defects that don't actually exist. It can damage self esteem and quality of life.

Answered 7/20/2020

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