Prevalence and factors associated with body dysmorphic disorder in women under dermatological care at a Brazilian public institution,

• Main Authors: Mariana Mathias Morita (Author), Maira Renata Merlotto (Author), Cássia Lopes Dantas (Author), Fernando Henrique Olivetti (Author), Hélio Amante Miot (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Sociedade Brasileira de Dermatologia, 2021-03-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background: Body dysmorphic disorder consists of excessive concern with minimal appearance defects, which causes functional impairment. Its prevalence is estimated to range from 5% to 35% of dermatological patients, especially adult women with esthetic complaints. Objectives: To investigate...