CPD articles
Body Dysmorphic Disorder: Nature, assessment and treatment
This article discusses the characteristics of Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), its assessment and treatment. After reading this article, and completing the exercises, you will:
define BDD;
state the general prevalence of BDD;
describe two assessment measures used for BDD;
describe two cognitive-behavioural techniques used to treat BDD;
discuss the role of nurse therapists in the treatment of BDD.
