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    Glossary Body Dysmorphic Disorder

    mental health condition causing obsessive focus on perceived physical flaws

    Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) is a mental health condition where an individual becomes excessively preoccupied with perceived flaws or defects in their physical appearance, which are often unnoticeable to others. This obsession can lead to significant distress and impair daily functioning, sometimes resulting in behaviors like excessive grooming, mirror checking, or seeking unnecessary cosmetic procedures.

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    1. Frequency of body dysmorphic disorder among patients with complaints of hair loss International Journal of Dermatology · 2015 · 13 citations
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    8. Evaluation of body dysmorphic disorder in hair loss patients and benefit after hair restoration Hair transplant forum international · 2012
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    10. Hair-Related Dysmorphic Disorder in a Patient with Bipolar Disorder Brazilian Journal of Hair Health · 2024
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