I realise I haven't yet described what Body Dysmorphic Disorder is. From my research so far, Body Dysmorphic Disorder (or Body Dysmorphophobia) appears to be a sever mental condition which is mis diagnosed in up to 82% of circumstances. It is a condition which leads a person to believe that they have an imaginary flaw in their physical appearance. 1 This can occur at any time during the day; where the person suffering will be overcome with fear of their 'deformity'. They will try to camouflage the problem, excessively groom themselves (e.g. applying make up, adjusting hair styles etc), constantly check their appearance in reflective surfaces and even then not be satisfied. This causes high levels of stress and anxiety, which may lead to sufferers avoiding social situations as well as it potentially leading to self harm, clinical depression and even suicide if left untreated.
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