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.
Mental Health
How to Deal with a Teenager That Doesn’t Care
Discover compassionate and practical strategies to deal with an apathetic or unresponsive teenager. Learn what may be causing this attitude and how to help