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Modular cognitive-behavioral therapy for body dysmorphic disorder.

Sabine Wilhelm¹, Katharine A Phillips, Jeanne M Fama

¹Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA 02114, USA. wilhelm@psych.mgh.harvard.edu

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This pilot study found a new modular cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) effective for body dysmorphic disorder (BDD). The treatment showed significant symptom improvement and high patient satisfaction, with gains maintained long-term.

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Area of Science:

Psychiatry
Clinical Psychology
Behavioral Science

Background:

Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is a debilitating mental health condition.
Existing treatments for BDD have limitations, necessitating the development of new therapeutic approaches.
Modular psychosocial interventions offer flexibility and potential for tailored treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

To pilot test a novel modular cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) manual for body dysmorphic disorder (BDD).
To assess the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary treatment outcomes of this new CBT intervention.
To evaluate the maintenance of treatment gains at 3- and 6-month follow-ups.

Main Methods:

A sample of 12 adults with primary BDD participated in the pilot study.
Treatment consisted of weekly individual sessions over 18 or 22 weeks.
Standardized clinician ratings and self-report measures assessed BDD and related symptoms pre- and posttreatment, and at follow-ups.

Main Results:

Significant improvements in BDD and related symptoms (e.g., mood) were observed posttreatment.
Treatment gains were successfully maintained at 3- and 6-month follow-up assessments.
The treatment demonstrated high acceptability, evidenced by a low dropout rate and high patient satisfaction.

Conclusions:

The modular CBT treatment is a feasible and acceptable intervention for individuals with BDD.
This novel psychosocial treatment shows promise for effectively reducing BDD symptoms.
This study represents the first test of a broadly applicable, individual psychosocial treatment for BDD.