how can I help my partner who suffers from bdd?

Answer 1

If you mean body dysmorphic disorder, then therapy is the only thing that will help.
Make sure you are supportive above all else. People who suffer from this really feel depressed and repulsive. Always be there for her and let her know how much you love her. Emphasize the kind of person she is over looks. Let her know you will be there no matter what.
Best of luck! Maybe your therapist can help you find a support group or even therapy for yourself, in case it gets to be draining.

Answer 2

I cannot believe Muffin and Dr Phill's response. Immature and pathetic. You should both be ashamed.

To answer the question posed, BDD is Body Dysmorphic Disorder, a psychiatric disorder involving a distorted body image.
The best thing to do is look at www.bddcentral.com. This is a website for sufferers and offers much advice and a forum where various issues can be discussed.

Good luck.

Answer 3

Hello,
Do you mean:
The primary distinguishing feature of Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) is an obsessive preoccupation with a perceived defect in one's physical appearance. BDD obsessions may manifest as excessive, disproportionate concerns about a minor flaw, or as recurrent, anxiety-provoking thoughts about an entirely imagined defect. The obsessions are most frequently focused on the head and face, but may involve any body part. BDD goes beyond normal concern with one's appearance, and may significantly impair academic and professional functioning, as well as interpersonal relationships. In extreme cases, an individual may completely shun any contact with people in an effort to avoid having the defect being observed by others.

Common BDD obsessions involve:
Moles and freckles being too large or noticeable
Acne
Minor scars or skin aberrations
Too much facial or body hair
Too little hair on head
Size and/or shape of genitalia
Breast size
Muscles being too small
Overall size, shape and/or symmetry of the face or another body part
Common BDD compulsions include:
Repetitive checking of a minor or imagined flaw in mirrors
Avoidance of mirrors
Avoidance of having picture taken
Repetitive grooming activities such as shaving, combing hair, etc.
Repetitive checking, touching and/or measuring of a minor or imagined defect
Wearing excessive make-up to camouflage a minor or imagined flaw
Wearing certain clothes to camouflage a minor or imagined defect
Multiple medical visits, especially to dermatologists
Multiple medical procedures in an effort to eradicate a minor or imagined flaw
As demonstrated above, BDD has obsessive-compulsive features that are quite similar to those of OCD. In fact, one recent study found that 24% of those with BDD also had OCD. Perhaps the most significant similarity linking the two disorders is the cyclical process by which the symptoms of both increase.
Because of these many similarities, the same Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques that are so effective in treating OCD are also employed in treating BDD. The primary CBT technique used in treating both of these conditions is Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP).

This Disorder is too deep-seeded for you to tackle alone. She needs professional help and possibly medication's or the OCD, the obsession of it all.
But there is help for this disorder. And it will require professional help, no way around that in this case.
You can help her best by being there for her, reassure her of your love, as they often feel unlovable. And encourage her into treatment...tell her you will go with her if she would like.
I hope this helped!
I wish you both the best!
God Bless & help you both! :)

Answer 4

BDD is bipolar depressive disease, and is a serious mental illness. The biggest thing you can do for them is to get them psychological help, some kind of counseling...doesn't have to be a psychiatrist, it could be a mental health clinic or college counseling or whatever is appropriate.

Answer 5

maybe you should take them to a doctor
p.s.-it would also help if we knew what BDD is
i see what it is! I would suggest going to a doctor.

Answer 6

Whats BDD then?

Big D.ick Dunking?
Badger's Drink Driving?
Big Double D's?

Answer 7

get your partner one of these http://www.rubastone.com it helps with depression and compulsivity and brings some peace.

Answer 8

I am the BDC but I don't know what BDD is?

Answer 9

Dianetics can help