THE PREVALENCE OF BODY DYSMORPHIC DISORDER IN ALEXANDRIA UNIVERSITY MEDICAL STUDENTS

Document Type : Preliminary preprint short reports of original research

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1 Department of Neuropsychiatry, Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University

2 Department of Neurology and Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University

Abstract

Body Dysmorphic Disorder is a psychiatric condition defined by distressing and/or impairing preoccupation with a non-existent or slight defect in appearance.
the estimated prevalence of body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) in the general population ranges from 1.9% to 2.4%. Studies have found higher rates of BDD among students compared to the general population. Medical students, in particular, are at an increased risk of developing BDD due to the demanding nature of themedical profession and societal pressures.
BDD is more common in females than in males. Diagnostic criteria for BDD include excessive concern about specific body regions and the presence of associated compulsive behaviors.
Individuals with BDD often experience co-occurring disorders such as eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). These comorbid conditions frequently accompany BDD and contribute to the overall clinical picture.
Emotion dysregulation is considered a transdiagnostic factor that contributes to the development and maintenance of various psychological problems BDD suggesting more challenges in managing their emotions there is a correlation between emotional dysregulation and body dysmorphic disorder, which can serve as a risk factor or be associated with an increased likelihood of developing body dysmorphic disorder.

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