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Dysmorphic concern: prevalence and associations with clinical variables

P Oosthuizen1, T Lambert, D J Castle

  • 1University of Stellenbosch, South Africa.

The Australian and New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry
|May 2, 1998
PubMed
Summary

The Dysmorphic Concern Questionnaire (DCQ) effectively assesses dysmorphic concern, correlating strongly with distress and depression, particularly cognitive aspects. This suggests dysmorphic concern often reflects a depressive cognitive style.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Psychometrics

Background:

  • Dysmorphic concern is a significant issue in psychiatric populations.
  • Assessing dysmorphic concern requires validated instruments.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and validate the Dysmorphic Concern Questionnaire (DCQ).
  • To examine correlations between dysmorphic concern and clinical variables.

Main Methods:

  • The study surveyed consecutive psychiatric hospital admissions.
  • The Dysmorphic Concern Questionnaire (DCQ) was administered.
  • Correlations with clinical variables, including depression scales, were analyzed.

Main Results:

  • The DCQ demonstrated good internal consistency and face validity.

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  • Dysmorphic concern correlated with distress, work/social impairment, and depressive cognitions (Beck Depression Inventory).
  • No significant correlation was found between dysmorphic concern and age, sex, diagnosis, or objective physical anomalies.

    • Conclusions:

    • The DCQ is a valid tool for assessing dysmorphic concern.
    • Dysmorphic concern appears closely linked to depressive cognitive patterns.
    • It may represent a facet of depression rather than a distinct diagnosis.