Body dysmorphic disorder

GPTKB entity

Statements (46)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf mental disorder
gptkbp:alsoKnownAs gptkb:BDD
gptkbp:associatedWith gptkb:OCD
gptkb:excoriation_disorder
gptkb:trichotillomania
anorexia nervosa
muscle dysmorphia
gptkbp:cause suicidal ideation
occupational impairment
impaired social functioning
gptkbp:characterizedBy preoccupation with perceived defects in physical appearance
gptkbp:class obsessive–compulsive and related disorder
gptkbp:commonFocus gptkb:skin
nose
hair
muscle size (in muscle dysmorphia subtype)
gptkbp:comorbidity gptkb:social_anxiety_disorder
gptkb:major_depressive_disorder
obsessive–compulsive disorder
gptkbp:diagnosisCriteria preoccupation is not better explained by concerns with body fat or weight
preoccupation causes significant distress or impairment
gptkbp:differentialDiagnosis gptkb:OCD
gptkb:social_anxiety_disorder
gptkb:major_depressive_disorder
eating disorders
gptkbp:firstDescribed 1891
Enrico Morselli
gptkbp:gender affects both males and females
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Body dysmorphic disorder
gptkbp:ICD-10_code 6B21
F45.2
gptkbp:includedIn gptkb:DSM-5
gptkbp:notableFeature delusional intensity possible
insight varies from good to poor
may seek cosmetic procedures
gptkbp:onset typically adolescence
gptkbp:prevalence about 2% of the population
gptkbp:riskFactor low self-esteem
family history of BDD
childhood neglect or abuse
gptkbp:symptom repetitive behaviors (e.g., mirror checking, excessive grooming)
mental acts (e.g., comparing appearance with others)
gptkbp:treatment gptkb:selective_serotonin_reuptake_inhibitors
cognitive behavioral therapy
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Dysmorphia
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6