Body Dysmorphia

Common Signs & Symptoms of BPD:

• Obsessive focus on one or more perceived flaws in appearance

• Frequent mirror checking or completely avoiding mirrors

• Excessive grooming, skin picking, or attempts to “fix” appearance

• Constant comparison to others’ bodies or faces

• Repeatedly changing clothes to hide or alter how something looks

• Avoiding photos, video calls, or social situations due to appearance concerns

• Seeking frequent reassurance from others about how you look

• Strong belief that others notice and judge your perceived flaw(s)

• Feeling anxious, ashamed, or depressed about your appearance

• Preoccupation with appearance that interferes with daily life or relationships

• Seeking cosmetic procedures without feeling satisfied by the results

Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)

Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), commonly referred to as body dysmorphia, is a mental health condition that causes someone to become extremely preoccupied with perceived flaws in their appearance—flaws that are often invisible or appear minor to others. This goes far beyond normal appearance concerns and can significantly affect a person’s ability to function day to day.

Living with body dysmorphia may mean spending hours a day thinking about, checking, or trying to "fix" parts of your body. It can lead to deep emotional distress, low self-esteem, and avoidance of everyday activities—like going out in public, being photographed, or engaging in relationships. It often overlaps with anxiety, depression, and eating disorders.

Healing from body dysmorphia is possible with the right support. Whether you’re just beginning to notice these patterns or have been struggling for years, you deserve compassionate help that meets you where you are—without judgment, pressure, or shame.