Body dysmorphic disorder: Part 2

Author(s):
Dr Nell Ellison and Dr David Veale. Last updated by Dr Anusha Govender and Dr Ilenia Pampaloni.

Duration:
60 minutes

Credits:
1

Published:
May 2025

Type:
CPD learning module

CPD domain:
Clinical

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Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is defined as a preoccupation with a perceived defect(s) or flaw(s) in physical appearance that is not observable or appears slight to others.

In this second module of our two-part series on BDD, we will begin by considering diagnosis. We will then explore the current treatments available for BDD, with a specific focus on cognitive-behaviour therapy (CBT), and we will finish by examining the role of cosmetic surgery.

We will also present the case history of a patient named ‘John’, and throughout the module you will be given the opportunity to clinically reflect on the issues pertinent to this case.

Learning objectives
  • By the end of this module, you should be able to:
  • identify, screen and assess clients with BDD
  • summarise the current treatments available for people with BDD
  • formulate a client with BDD with a CBT model
  • recognise the role of artificial intelligence (AI), social media and cosmetic procedures in BDD.
Availability

This module is available as part of a CPD eLearning subscription.



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