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  • Psychiatry
  • Neuroscience
  • Mental Health

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  • Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is a prevalent mental disorder characterized by obsessive preoccupation with perceived physical flaws.
  • It affects at least 2% of the global population but remains poorly understood.
  • Professor Susan Rossell's research has been pivotal in advancing BDD knowledge.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the significant contributions of Professor Susan Rossell's research to the understanding of Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).
  • To highlight advancements in BDD phenomenology, neurocognition, neurobiology, and treatment.

Main Methods:

  • This commentary reviews existing influential research on BDD.
  • It synthesizes findings on the characteristics, underlying brain mechanisms, and therapeutic interventions for BDD.

Main Results:

  • Professor Rossell's work has enhanced the comprehension of BDD's subjective experiences and cognitive processes.
  • Significant progress has been made in understanding the neurobiological underpinnings of BDD.
  • Treatment strategies for BDD have seen notable advancements.

Conclusions:

  • The reviewed research provides a comprehensive overview of BDD.
  • Professor Rossell's contributions have substantially improved the understanding and management of Body Dysmorphic Disorder.