Cosmetic Surgery and Physiological disorder: You should talk to someone about your unwinding Anxiety
Document Type
Book
Publication Date
Winter 12-1-2025
Abstract
Body dysmorphic disorder is a mental health condition in which you can't stop thinking about one or more perceived defects or flaws in your appearance — a flaw that appears minor or can't be seen by others. But you may feel so embarrassed, ashamed and anxious that you may avoid many social situations.
When you have body dysmorphic disorder, you intensely focus on your appearance and body image, repeatedly checking the mirror, grooming or seeking reassurance, sometimes for many hours each day. Your perceived flaw and the repetitive behaviors cause you significant distress and impact your ability to function in your daily life.
You may seek out numerous cosmetic procedures to try to "fix" your perceived flaw. Afterward, you may feel temporary satisfaction or a reduction in your distress, but often the anxiety returns and you may resume searching for other ways to fix your perceived flaw.
Treatment of body dysmorphic disorder may include cognitive behavioral therapy and medication.
Recommended Citation
Muzammil, Mona and Muzammil, Washain, "Cosmetic Surgery and Physiological disorder: You should talk to someone about your unwinding Anxiety" (2025). School of Integrative Biological & Chemical Sciences (Formerly Dept. of Chemistry). 309.
https://scholarworks.utrgv.edu/chem_fac/309
