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What is Muscle Dysmorphia?
Muscle dysmorphia is a type of BDD where one is preoccupied by worries that your body is “too small” or “not muscular enough” despite having a normal build, or in many cases, an objectively “buff” physique.
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What is BDD?
Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is a complex disorder characterized by extreme concern about one or more perceived flaws in your physical appearance.
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Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) can be a devastating disorder — but there is hope. Learn about treatment, research, and other resources that can help.
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