Am I Experiencing Body Dysmorphic Disorder?
A symptom checklist to help clients reflect on signs of body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) and explore whether a professional assessment may be beneficial.
Am I Experiencing Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)?
Many people have concerns about how they look. However, if worries about your appearance are very distressing or persistent, you may be experiencing body dysmorphic disorder (BDD).
BDD is a difficulty that anyone can struggle with. If you think you might be experiencing BDD, speaking to a mental health professional could be helpful.
The Am I Experiencing Body Dysmorphic Disorder? tool explores signs of BDD. The following questions can give you an idea of whether it might be helpful to arrange a professional assessment.
Overview
Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is a mental health condition characterized by persistent preoccupation with perceived flaws in appearance – flaws that are either not observable or appear minor to others. Drawing on recognised diagnostic frameworks (DSM-5 and ICD-11) this symptom checklist offers clinicians and clients an accessible way to consider whether a person’s experiences may reflect features of BDD. It is not intended to provide a formal diagnosis or measure severity, but it can support early discussions about whether further assessment is warranted.
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