A client diagnosed with body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) will primarily focus on which of the following?
A) Raising money to surgically repair their body part so that everything will return to "normal"
B) Researching their family tree to pinpoint when their body part became defective
C) Real or imagined defects in appearance, such as having a "long" nose
D) Analyzing why others think they look fine and that they [the client] should just get on with life
Ans: C
Individuals with BDD focus on real (but slight) or imagined defects in appearance, such as a large nose, thinning hair, or small genitals. Preoccupation with the perceived defect causes significant distress and interferes with their ability to function socially. They feel so self-conscious that they avoid work or public situations. Some fear that their "ugly" body part will malfunction. Surgical correction of the problem by a plastic surgeon or a dermatologist does not correct their preoccupation and distress. BDD is an extremely debilitating disorder and can significantly impair an individual's quality of life.
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