Body Dysmorphic Disorder: Are you too worried about one or more parts of your body? If yes, be careful because its effects can affect your life. This is a type of mental problem called body dysmorphic disorder (BDD).
Often its negative impact also begins to be felt on daily routine. Actress Ileana D’Cruz is also struggling with this problem. Ileana, who is into fitness, revealed her illness in an interview. Tell us about this disease…
What is body dysmorphia?
It is a genetic disease. There can be a difference in the structure of any part of the body. Who keeps worrying over and over again. According to health experts, sometimes a person may have spots on their face, have a big nose or be obese. Being uncomfortable and worrying excessively is body dysmorphic disorder.
According to experts, it is a psychological condition in which a person discovers defects in his body. No matter how good the structure of people who suffer from it, they always look for their faults rather than their virtues. The patient who suffers from it feels great discomfort in terms of his physical appearance or his skin. Ileana felt the same way. He revealed it in one of his long posts.
What are the symptoms of body dysmorphic disorder?
1. Being uncomfortable with any part of the body.
2. Compare yourself to others.
3. Negative thinking
4. Habit of covering your face
5. Being alone
Causes of Body Dysmorphic Disorder:
brain chemical imbalance
mental stress
social pressure
media effect
Ways to Avoid Body Dysmorphic Disorder
1. Don’t be alone, spend time with people.
2. Stay away from negative thoughts.
3. Don’t compare yourself to people.
4. Think only about your good habits.
5. Spend time with favorite people or activities.
6. Accept yourself.
Treatment for body dysmorphic disorder
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Medications (antidepressants)
ask loved ones for help
help yourself
Check out the health tools below –
Calculate your body mass index (BMI)
