Study: Body Dysmorphic Disorder patients have higher risk of personal and appearance-based rejection sensitivity

(Lifespan) Researchers have found that fear of being rejected because of one's appearance, as well as rejection sensitivity to general interpersonal situations, were significantly elevated in individuals with Body Dysmorphic Disorder. These fears, referred to as personal rejection sensitivity and appearance-based rejection sensitivity, can lead to diminished quality of life and poorer mental and overall health. Body Dymorphic Disorder is an under-recognized body image disorder that affects an estimated 1.7 to 2.4 percent of the population.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - Category: Global & Universal Source Type: news