Modular cognitive-behavioral therapy for body dysmorphic disorder. Academic Article uri icon

Overview

abstract

  • This study pilot tested a newly developed modular cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) treatment manual for body dysmorphic disorder (BDD). We tested feasibility, acceptability, and treatment outcome in a sample of 12 adults with primary BDD. Treatment was delivered in weekly individual sessions over 18 or 22 weeks. Standardized clinician ratings and self-report measures were used to assess BDD and related symptoms pre- and posttreatment and at 3- and 6-month follow-ups. At posttreatment, BDD and related symptoms (e.g., mood) were significantly improved. Treatment gains were maintained at follow-up. A relatively low drop-out rate, high patient satisfaction ratings, and patient feedback indicated that the treatment was highly acceptable to patients. To our knowledge, this represents the first test of a broadly applicable, individual psychosocial treatment for BDD.

publication date

  • May 1, 2011

Research

keywords

  • Affect
  • Body Dysmorphic Disorders
  • Body Image
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Identity

PubMed Central ID

  • PMC3320734

Scopus Document Identifier

  • 80055036977

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

  • 10.1016/j.beth.2011.02.002

PubMed ID

  • 22035991

Additional Document Info

volume

  • 42

issue

  • 4