Meaning of the word "body dysmorphic disorder" in English
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body dysmorphic disorder
US /ˈbɑː.di dɪsˈmɔːr.fɪk dɪsˌɔːr.dɚ/
UK /ˈbɒd.i dɪsˈmɔː.fɪk dɪsˌɔː.də/
Noun
a mental health disorder 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 to you, your appearance seems so flawed that you feel embarrassed, ashamed, or anxious and may avoid many social situations.
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She was diagnosed with body dysmorphic disorder after years of obsessing over her nose.
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Awareness of body dysmorphic disorder is growing, leading to better recognition and treatment.
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