Body dysmorphia—having a distorted body image—is a common disorder on the obsessive-compulsive spectrum. It usually starts at a young age: Body dysmorphia can occur in adolescents and teenagers as young as 12 or 13. Beginning with self-esteem issues and poor body image, body dysmorphic disorder is a progressive condition that worsens over time.
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Goals for Family Therapy: Examples, Benefits, and More
Explore the objectives of family therapy. Discover how this approach aims to enhance communication, resolve conflicts, and foster familial harmony.