Therapywasaaste
"When I look in the mirror, I throw up."
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Body dysmorphic disorder symptoms:
No. Everyone cares about their appearance and notices their flaws (not just one) and in my case the flaws can be seen by others and have been pointed out.Being extremely preoccupied with a perceived flaw in appearance that to others can't be seen or appears minor.
Yes, I do have defects in my appearance.Strong belief that you have a defect in your appearance that makes you ugly or deformed
No. I don't think people in general take special notice of my appearance but this actually happens to me, it's not a belief, it has happened and was obvious.Belief that others take special notice of your appearance in a negative way or mock you
Yes I self improve, exercise, skin care, grooming. I don't do it obsessively, I do what my fucking therapists reccomended.Engaging in behaviors aimed at fixing or hiding the perceived flaw that are difficult to resist or control, such as frequently checking mirror, grooming, skin picking
No.Attempting to hide perceived flaws with styling makeup or clothes
Everybody does this, it's human nature, anyone who says otherwise is a chump and a liar.Constantly comparing your appearance with others
No, I'm not a foid.Frequently seeking reassurance about your appearance from others
I do, there's nothing wrong with that.Having perfectionist tendencies
No. I want braces and some skin tags removed but but I'd be happy with the results if I could get those things.Seeking cosmetic procedure with little satisfaction
N/A social situations avoid me, it's unrelated.Avoiding social situations
So I got 3/10 of the symptoms. I don't have body dismorphia. I just understand that looks are important and that I'm unattractive.