“People with BDD can dislike any part of their body, although they often find fault with their hair, skin, nose, chest, or stomach. In reality, a perceived defect may be only a slight imperfection or nonexistent. But for someone with BDD, the flaw is significant and prominent, often causing severe emotional distress and difficulties in daily functioning.”
- camouflaging (with body position, clothing, makeup, hair, hats, etc.)
- comparing body part to others’ appearance
- seeking surgery
- checking in a mirror
- avoiding mirrors
- skin picking
- excessive grooming
- excessive exercise
- changing clothes excessively
1800s The Gibson girl- thin waist, large bosom, rounded shoulders, and smooth neck.
20s boyish figure, flat, lean
40s-50s curvy
60s long-haired, scrawny, feminine rocker charm.
70s and 80s, glorifying the “hard-bodied” tanned female form.