This 1-day CPD-accredited course provides healthcare professionals with essential knowledge and skills to ethically assess and support patients with Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD). Through interactive discussions and practical insights, participants will enhance patient safety, improve consultation approaches, and ensure responsible decision-making in aesthetic and medical settings.
Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) affects around 1–2% of the population – yet it’s often misdiagnosed or missed entirely.
For healthcare and aesthetic professionals, this is more than a statistic. It’s a daily reality, as many people with BDD first present in aesthetic clinics, dermatology practices, dental surgeries, and GP consultations rather than mental health services.
For practitioners, the challenge is clear: without the right knowledge, BDD can be mistaken for ordinary dissatisfaction with appearance. The consequences of missing it are significant, from worsening distress to potential self-harm.
BDD is a mental health condition where a person becomes obsessively preoccupied with perceived flaws in their appearance – flaws that are often minor or even imagined.
Unlike general body image concerns, BDD can lead to:
By the end of this course, participants will:
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Body dysmorphia, or Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), is a mental health condition where a person becomes excessively concerned about perceived flaws in their appearance. These flaws may be minor or even invisible to others but can cause significant distress and impact daily life.
The exact cause of BDD isn’t fully understood, but it’s believed to be a combination of genetic, psychological, and environmental factors. Low self-esteem, societal beauty pressures, a history of bullying, or coexisting mental health conditions like anxiety or OCD may increase the risk.
Common signs of BDD include constantly checking mirrors or avoiding them altogether, seeking repeated reassurance about appearance, excessive grooming, comparing oneself to others, or pursuing frequent cosmetic procedures. These behaviours can interfere with social life, work, and relationships.
In cosmetic practice, signs of BDD may include patients expressing extreme dissatisfaction with minor or non-existent flaws, bringing altered or unrealistic reference photos, or requesting repeated procedures without being satisfied with previous results. Practitioners should be aware of these red flags and consider referring patients for psychological support before proceeding with treatments.
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