Citation

Watson C, Ban S. Br. J. Nurs. 2021; 30(3): 160-164.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2021, Mark Allen Publishing)

DOI

10.12968/bjon.2021.30.3.160

PMID

33565924

Abstract

The incidence of body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) in young people is increasing. Causes of BDD are related to the prevalence of social media and adolescent development, especially the role that brain neuroplasticity has on influencing perception. There are long-term impacts of BDD, including depression and suicide. Prevention and promotion of positive body image are part of the nurse's role; treatment can prevent unnecessary aesthetic surgical interventions.

Language: en

Keywords

Humans; Child; Adolescent; Suicide; Adolescents; Prevalence; Body Image; Body image; Body dysmorphic disorder; Body Dysmorphic Disorders; Social media; Cognitive behavioural therapy