Body dysmorphic disorder and cosmetic surgery: are surgeons too quick to nip and tuck?
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The Conversation, 19/04/2017
In this article, Dr Kaplan's colleague Professor David Castle discusses the dangers of cosmetic surgery for people with BDD. Cosmetic or plastic surgery may seem like an appealing option for people who suffer from BDD, but as Professor Castle points out, the sad reality is that it usually doesn't help. Such procedures can physically alter one's appearance, but they don't address the underlying psychological issues. In fact, often these kinds of procedures exacerbate the BDD. The individual often continues to feel extremely unhappy about their appearance, and the procedures can lead to an intensification of self-examination rituals, and the individual's life becoming further consumed by BDD.
If you struggle with these kinds of issues and would like to discuss psychological treatment options, contact the Sydney Body Dysmorphic Disorder & Body Image Clinic today for a confidential discussion.
The Conversation, 19/04/2017
In this article, Dr Kaplan's colleague Professor David Castle discusses the dangers of cosmetic surgery for people with BDD. Cosmetic or plastic surgery may seem like an appealing option for people who suffer from BDD, but as Professor Castle points out, the sad reality is that it usually doesn't help. Such procedures can physically alter one's appearance, but they don't address the underlying psychological issues. In fact, often these kinds of procedures exacerbate the BDD. The individual often continues to feel extremely unhappy about their appearance, and the procedures can lead to an intensification of self-examination rituals, and the individual's life becoming further consumed by BDD.
If you struggle with these kinds of issues and would like to discuss psychological treatment options, contact the Sydney Body Dysmorphic Disorder & Body Image Clinic today for a confidential discussion.