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11.13.2009
What is Body Dysmorphic Disorder?
People who have body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) think about their real or perceived flaws for hours each day. They can't control their negative thoughts and don't believe people who tell them that they look fine.
Article
09.17.2024
Suicide Prevention & Warning Signs
You're not alone. Whether you have struggled with suicide yourself or have lost a loved one support is available.
Blog post
05.26.2026
When “Getting Bigger” Becomes Anxiety: Muscle Dysmorphia, Social Media, and Men’s Mental Health
While fitness can initially serve as a healthy and disciplined outlet for young men, the constant exposure to idealized online images can warp dedication into muscle dysmorphia, a rigid form of body dysmorphic disorder driven by anxiety and shame.
Personal Story
02.20.2025
From Darkness to Purpose: How I Overcame Anxiety, Depression, and Alcoholism to Help Other Men
Depression consumed me, making even the smallest tasks feel impossible. I was stuck in a vicious cycle, drink to escape, wake up filled with regret, and repeat. I knew I had to make a change or risk losing everything. Today, I am a sober mental health advocate, 100 pounds lighter, and stronger than I’ve ever been, physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Blog post
10.06.2022
Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) and Men: What to Know and How it Differs
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.
Personal Story
10.06.2022
Finding My Own Silver Linings Playbook Through Mental Health Advocacy
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.
Personal Story
01.11.2024
I Didn't Shower for Weeks
Anxiety and depression took over and consumed every aspect of life, I didn’t shower for weeks because I was so pre-occupied with fear and panic!
