What Is Body Dysmorphia?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
6. What Are the Social Symptoms of Body Dysmorphia?
Any social situation where others can observe the body issues that plague people with dysmorphia can seem problematic. As the problem intensifies, they may start to avoid optional social situations altogether, too ashamed of how they look to risk the scrutiny of others.
People with body dysmorphia have difficulty accepting praise. While they may seek reassurance, they have a hard time believing that the positive things their friends and family members say about them are true. Compliments are in conflict with everything they believe about their appearance.
