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Jean Tignol1, Corinne Martin-Guehl, Bruno Aouizerzate

  • 1Faculté de médecine de l'université de Bordeaux, 33000 Bordeaux, France. jean.tignol@u-bordeaux2.fr

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Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) affects 1.7-2.4% of the population and is often severe. Effective treatments include serotonin reuptake inhibitors and cognitive behavioral therapy, while cosmetic procedures are ineffective.

Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Psychology
  • Dermatology

Background:

  • Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) replaced dysmorphophobia in 1987.
  • Knowledge on BDD has grown significantly since its recognition.
  • Cosmetic medicine and surgery are increasingly common, necessitating awareness of BDD.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the literature on BDD for French-speaking practitioners.
  • To update knowledge on BDD's clinical characteristics, epidemiology, and treatment.
  • To inform practitioners about BDD in the context of cosmetic procedures.

Main Methods:

  • Searched Medline for literature on BDD and dysmorphophobia (English and French).
  • Critically examined studies with sound methodology.
  • Synthesized findings on prevalence, clinical presentation, and treatment efficacy.

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  • BDD prevalence is 1.7-2.4% in the general population, often severe.
  • Both delusive and non-delusive BDD forms respond to the same treatments.
  • Serotonin reuptake inhibitors and CBT are effective; cosmetic treatments are ineffective and potentially harmful.

Conclusions:

  • BDD knowledge has advanced, particularly in clinical aspects and epidemiology.
  • Practitioners must consider BDD given its prevalence and rising demand for cosmetic procedures.
  • Further research is needed on non-psychiatric treatment demands and management by specialists.