Diagnostic tools and management of mental health problems that may present in a cosmetic practice

Event Summary:

These conditions include body dysmorphic disorder as well as conditions like depression, mania, eating disorders and personality disorders or when patients have unrealistic expectations about a procedure. The focus will be on problems that may arise when such patients seek a cosmetic procedure and when it may not be a good idea to a have such a procedure.

Of these conditions, Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) is defined as a preoccupation with a perceived defect in one’s appearance, which is not noticeable to others. The preoccupation is associated with a distorted body image with many “safety seeking” behaviours such as mirror gazing, skin-picking, ruminating or constant comparing of one’s perceived defect to others. People with BDD often use strategies to camouflage and avoid situations and activities. They may have a poor quality of life, are socially isolated and at high risk of committing suicide.

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