A new study from Simon Fraser University researchers has found a close link between high levels of social media use and psychiatric disorders that involve delusions, such as narcissism and body ...

Over the last few years, Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) has become the focus of increasing media attention particularly in relation to being cited as one of the main reasons why people seek out ...

A beautiful young woman comes into my office for her first appointment. “I’m fine,” she says, “except that I don’t like the way I look. I’m only here because my boyfriend wants me to talk to someone.” ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Overall prevalence of body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) in the U.S. is 2.4%, but among dermatology patients, it is ...

Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is characterised by a persistent and distressing preoccupation with perceived flaws in physical appearance that are imperceptible or minor to others. The psychosocial ...

Experts say more folks are experiencing a form of body dysmorphic disorder focused on skin (or "skin dysmorphia") following the pandemic. As an 11-year-old sixth-grader in the early aughts, Danielle ...

Body dysmorphia, or body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), is a mental health condition where people become fixated on aspects of their appearance that others may not even notice. It affects both men and ...