Appearance Anxiety: A Guide to Understanding Body Dysmorphic Disorder for Young People, Families and Professionals

ISBN-13: 9781785924569 / Angielski / Miękka / 2019 / 88 str.

The National and Specialist Ocd Bdd and Related Dis Service

Opis

Provides insight in to the causes, impact and treatments available for body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) for teens and young people. This guide increases awareness of BDD and the personal stories included from teens offer support for readers with the disorder. An invaluable guide to an under-discussed issue.

Spis treści

Preface; A message from a young person with BDD; 1. What is BDD and do I have it?; 2. Why do people get BDD?; 3. The impact of BDD; 4. Cosmetic treatments; 5. The internet and social media; 6. Treatment for BDD; 7. What can families, friends, and carers do to help?; 8. What can schools and professionals do to help?; Recommended reading, resources and organisations