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[Severity in dysmorphophobia: description of two cases]
P García-Parajuá1, M Martínez Vigo, S Ovejero García
1Servicio de Psiquiatría, Hospital Puerta de Hierro, Madrid. peterparajua@hotmail.com
Actas Espanolas De Psiquiatria
|May 29, 2003
Summary
Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) may belong to the obsessive-compulsive spectrum, supported by its features and treatment response. Clinicians must carefully assess for BDD due to its severity and potential complications.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Clinical Psychology
Background:
- Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is debated regarding its classification, with some considering it within the obsessive-compulsive spectrum due to phenomenological similarities and response to serotonergic drugs.
- Current diagnostic systems often categorize BDD under somatoform disorders.
Observation:
- Presents two cases of BDD where patients required psychiatric admission for secondary complications.
- Highlights that patients often conceal the extent of their suffering from BDD.
Findings:
- Reviews literature on BDD, emphasizing its potential severity and significant impact on individuals.
- Comorbid disorders, including suicide attempts, are frequently associated with BDD.
Implications:
- Underscores the critical need for clinicians to conduct thorough assessments for BDD.
- Suggests that careful evaluation and ruling out BDD are essential for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.