Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) | Anxiety and Depression Association of America, ADAA

Body Dysmorphic Disorder and Eating Disorders: Overlapping Presentations, Differing Treatments.

Thursday, July 27, 2023 - 08:31

There can be confusion when differentiating between body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) and eating disorders (EDs). They both involve pre-occupying appearance-related thoughts and repetitive behaviours, but are treated differently.

Finding My Own Silver Linings Playbook Through Mental Health Advocacy

by Clayton Echard

October 6, 2022

Bachelor Clayton Echard shares his experience with body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), a mental health condition that involves obsessively focusing on a real or perceived flaw in one’s physical appearance to a point where it interferes with daily life. If you suffer from BDD, you can find information and resources at ADAA.

Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) and Men: What to Know and How it Differs

Thursday, October 6, 2022 - 08:05

Body Dysmorphic Disorder is an unhealthy preoccupation with not just the look, shape, or feel of one’s body or a specific part, but the shame one experiences in the appearance of their body, or a certain aspect of it, really hits the mark. BDD is a chronic condition that can be debilitating and can disrupt various aspects of the person’s day-to-day life for years.

Body Dysmorphia, Body Dysmorphic Disorder Webinar (BDD)

January 14, 2022

Beyond Physical Appearance: Understanding Body Dysmorphic Disorder

Scott Granet, LCSW and

What is Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)? It’s a disorder of great distress about one’s physical appearance, with tormenting obsessions and compulsions.

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ADAA Research - CBT or Supportive Psychotherapy for BDD

July 1, 2021

Research Feature - Remission Outcomes Following CBT or Supportive Psychotherapy for BDD

Hilary Weingarden, PhD and

Although remission rates are key efficacy benchmarks that patients are likely to ask for before beginning psychotherapy, little data exist on remission rates after psychotherapy for body dysmorphic disorder (BDD). This webinar presents remission rates following 24 weeks of therapist-delivered cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) or supportive psychotherapy (SPT) for BDD (N=120), using secondary data from a large, randomized controlled trial (Wilhelm et al., 2019).

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The Many Masks of OCD

Eda Gorbis, PhD, LMFT

Sunday, March 7, 2021 - 11:51

ADAA Member Eda Gorbis, PhD, LMFT shares information about the various forms of OCD and the best treatment options.

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Treatment

Effective treatments are available to help BDD sufferers live full, productive lives.

Trichotillomania – Facts and Treatment

Eda Gorbis, PhD

Sunday, March 22, 2020 - 10:03

What is Trichotillomania (TTM)?

This consists of compulsive urges to pull one’s hair resulting in noticeable hair loss. Hair-pulling can be any part of the body like arms, pubic hair, eye lashing, legs, etc.

Why do people do this?

Residential Treatment Centers

Residential Treatment Center (RTC) — sometimes called a rehab or inpatient treatment facility — is a live-in mental health program that provides intensive therapy and support for individuals experiencing mental health conditions, substance use disorders, or behavioral challenges.

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