Famous film producer Karan Johar has recently made a strange revelation regarding his body. He said during an interview that I am struggling with the problem of ‘body dysmorphia’. Due to this problem I cannot even go to the swimming pool. I have tried a lot to overcome this but till now I have not been successful. Because of this problem I wear clothes bigger than my size. No matter how much weight I lose. But this problem is not leaving me. I always feel that I look fat.
What is body dysmorphic disorder?
If we talk about ‘body dysmorphia’ then it reflects the mental health of the person that a person becomes very negative about his appearance. Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) or body dysmorphia is a mental health condition.
In which a person is often worried about flaws in his appearance. These flaws are often not visible to others. People of any age can have BDD. But it is most common in teenagers and young adults. It affects both men and women.
Symptoms of Body Dysmorphic Disorder
When you have body dysmorphic disorder. So you are very stressed about your appearance and body image. You are so concerned about your body shape that you look at the mirror again and again. They groom themselves or ask for reassurance. Sometimes look at yourself for several hours every day.
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How can this disease be cured?
Your perceived shortcomings and repetitive behaviors bother you a lot. Due to this, your daily life is also greatly affected. You wear different types of clothes and jewelery to look better. But there is always a question in your mind that how are you looking. Treatment of body dysmorphic disorder may include behavioral therapy and medication.
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