BDD affects people of any age but it is most common in teenagers and young adults and it can affect both men and women. People who have BDD often:
- Worry a lot about a specific area of their body
- Spend a lot of time comparing their looks with other people’s
- Look in mirrors a lot or avoid mirrors altogether
- Go to a lot of effort to conceal flaws
- Pick at their skin to make it ‘smooth’
Find out more about BDD on the NHS website
You may also find the following organisations to be useful sources of information and advice:
Things that can help with your mental wellbeing if you have BDD include:
- taking regular exercise
- making sure you get enough sleep
Some people also find it helpful to get together with friends or family, or to try doing something new to improve their mental wellbeing.
It may also be helpful to try some relaxation and breathing exercises to relieve stress and anxiety.
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