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Body Dysmorphic Disorder: Epidemiology and Specific Cohorts

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Individuals with body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) suffer from preoccupations of perceived physical defects. As a result, these patients are more likely to present to a dermatologist or cosmetic surgeon for consultation for their services than they are to a psychiatrist. BDD is not an uncommon condition, with global prevalence estimated at 2 %. Individuals with BDD also have a high prevalence of comorbid psychiatric disorders, including depression, anxiety, social phobia, and obsessive–compulsive disorder (OCD). While patients with BDD frequently request treatments or procedures for physical imperfections, they are unlikely to be satisfied with the results. Therefore, it is critical for clinicians to better understand the epidemiology and comorbidities associated with this disease to avoid unnecessary procedures and to involve psychiatric professionals in their care.

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  1. Department of Dermatology, Boston University School of Medicine, 609 Albany St, 02118, Boston, MA, USA

    Kavitha K. Reddy MD

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Reddy, K., Besen, J. (2015). Body Dysmorphic Disorder: Epidemiology and Specific Cohorts. In: Vashi, N. (eds) Beauty and Body Dysmorphic Disorder. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-17867-7_9

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