What Is Dysmorphia?
6. Who’s At Risk?
So little is known about dysmorphia that it can be extremely difficult to tell which people are likely to develop it. However, there are some correlations between the condition and certain types of people. For example, it is more likely to affect teenagers, and it is more likely to affect females than males.
Other factors include a history of the condition in the family. Some people with the condition will also have a history of having other mental disorders. People that are exposed to heavy scrutiny, such as those with celebrity status, may also develop the condition. It is also more likely to occur if the patient has experienced intense teasing over their appearance in the past.
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