Dysmorphophobia, which has been re-named Body Dysmorphic Disorder is one whereby there is preoccupation with one’s appearance and this leads to considerable distress.
I am currently engaged in some research on the nature and treatment of this condition but it is a common accompaniment of phobic and obsessional states.
People who suffer this condition may often develop a concern about their appearance and specifically worry about the size of their nose, other facial features or, indeed, virtually any part of their body.
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