Body Dysmorphic Disorder, or Body Image Disorder, is an emotionally painful experience that is not uncommon in our society. Technically speaking, Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) refers to an imagined defect in physical appearance, or if a slight physical irregularity is present, the individual’s concern is extreme.

Signs of Body Image Disorder - BDD is often experienced as Negative Body Image. BDD causes extreme distress in individuals, and typically results in compulsive "checking" of the perceived flaw, also known as "Body Checking."

Although not fully understood, there is evidence that BDD is related to differences in the neurological system, either through an atypical sensory perception process or through an organizational dysfunction that allows over-focus on minor or irrelevant things.

Body Image Disorder Treatment - Negative Body Image Disorder/BDD is a pervasive aspect of Eating Disorders, particularly Anorexia Nervosa. Individuals seeking help at CCED will receive extensive and on-going support in learning to tolerate and distract from, and replace, these negative thoughts and perceptions.