Body Dysmorphic Disorder: Diagnosis & Tests (Dysmorphophobia, Obsession with Shame of the Body, Obsession De La Honte Du Corps, BDD)

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Body Dysmorphic Disorder

Alternate Names : Dysmorphophobia, Obsession with Shame of the Body, Obsession De La Honte Du Corps, BDD

Body Dysmorphic Disorder | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

How is the condition diagnosed?

Diagnosis of body dysmorphic disorder can be difficult because the person often keeps his or her symptoms secret due to shame. The diagnosis is based on the symptoms. In addition to a medical history, a psychological and social history is also taken.

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Author: Ann Reyes, Ph.D.
Reviewer: Gail Hendrickson, RN, BS
Date Reviewed: 07/02/01

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