What Is Dysmorphia?
9. Diagnosis
Because there are usually no physical symptoms, mental health conditions can be extremely difficult to diagnose. However, a physical examination will still often be performed in case there are some underlying health conditions that might be at least contributing to any mental health condition.
A mental health expert will then need to speak with the patient. They will need to ask the patient questions about their medical history, their past experiences, their family life, and so on. The patient will be asked about the patient’s symptoms, how they feel about them, and the impact it is having on their lives.
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