Presenting an effective treatment approach specifically tailored to the
unique challenges of body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), this book is
grounded in state-of-the-art research. The authors are experts on BDD
and related conditions. They describe ways to engage patients who
believe they have defects or flaws in their appearance. Provided are
clear-cut strategies for helping patients overcome the self-defeating
thoughts, impairments in functioning, and sometimes dangerous
ritualistic behaviors that characterize BDD. Clinician-friendly features
include step-by-step instructions for conducting each session and more
than 50 reproducible handouts and forms; the large-size format
facilitates photocopying.
See also the related self-help guide by Dr. Wilhelm, Feeling Good about
the Way You Look, an ideal recommendation for clients with BDD or less
severe body image problems.