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A space for sharing all things body image and eating disorders related. All blog entries are written by our staff, those with a lived experience and professionals.

Tag: body dysmorphic disorder

01 Sep 2022
Experience

Mahalia Handley: How PCOS impacted my body image

54% of people with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) will also experience body image concerns and are up to 60% more likely to develop an eating disorder. In light of World PCOS Day on September 1, Maori/Irish-Australian model Mahalia Handley shares her lived experience of PCOS, Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) and disordered eating.
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24 May 2021
Experience

Body Dysmorphia, Reflected

"The truth is I was recognisable, just not to myself. BDD changed the way I perceived myself as a person, in terms of more than just appearance. It manifested in the quality I thought I was. I thought I was less worthy because of the way I looked. I thought everyone would notice that something was wrong with me, because to me my flaws were magnified." Read Carisa's experience with Body Dysmorphic Disorder and the tools, information and support she used to begin recovery.
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22 Mar 2021
Research

The Rise of Muscle Dysmorphia

A sub-type of Body Dysmorphic Disorder, Muscle Dysmorphia is becoming increasingly common - particularly amongst males. Males can have body image issues and get eating disorders too, but less than 1% of all the body image and eating disorder research is conducted exclusively on them. Hear from PhD researcher Cassidy Shaw on this emerging disorder and it's impact on men and boys alike.
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