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Body image disturbance in dysmorphophobia

G E Hardy

    The British Journal of Psychiatry : the Journal of Mental Science
    |August 1, 1982
    PubMed
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    Individuals with dysmorphophobia and psoriasis experience body image dissatisfaction. Dysmorphophobia also negatively impacts interpersonal relationships and self-concept compared to controls.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Dermatology
    • Social Science

    Background:

    • Body image dissatisfaction is a common concern.
    • Psoriasis and dysmorphophobia are conditions that may affect self-perception.
    • Interpersonal relationships and self-concept are crucial aspects of mental well-being.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To compare body image perception and interpersonal relationship satisfaction between individuals with dysmorphophobia, psoriasis, and healthy controls.
    • To investigate the relationship between these conditions and overall self-concept.

    Main Methods:

    • Administration of two repertory grids to assess body image and interpersonal relationships.
    • Inclusion of three subject groups: dysmorphophobic, psoriatic, and control.

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    Main Results:

    • Both dysmorphophobic and psoriatic subjects reported dissatisfaction with their body image.
    • Dysmorphophobic subjects additionally showed dissatisfaction with their interpersonal relationships.
    • The dysmorphophobic group exhibited lower self-concept satisfaction compared to psoriatic and control groups.

    Conclusions:

    • Dysmorphophobia and psoriasis are associated with significant body image concerns.
    • Dysmorphophobia extends to negative impacts on interpersonal relationships and self-concept.
    • These findings highlight the psychological distress associated with dysmorphophobia and psoriasis.