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Body dysmorphic disorder is more common than eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia, yet few people are aware of its dangers

American Nurse

While eating disorders have been widely publicized for decades , far less attention has been given to a related condition called body dysmorphic disorder, or BDD. People with the disorder suffer from obsessive thoughts and repetitive behaviors related to their appearance. About 2.5% of women and 2.2%