Episode 7 · Body image

Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) with Dr Shab Mireskandari

With Dr Shab Mireskandari, Psychologist, Sydney, AustraliaHosts Dr Jake Sloane and David Segal

About this episode

Dr Shab Mireskandari is a psychologist from Sydney with a special interest in treating body dysmorphic disorder (BDD).

We explore what happens when people obsess over how they look or a particular feature, often one nobody else can see. BDD is a growing concern in the cosmetic industry, yet practitioners aren't usually trained to recognise it. When should cosmetic doctors say no, and what happens next?

What you'll learn

  • What body dysmorphic disorder is
  • How to recognise the signs
  • When to decline treatment
  • How BDD is treated

Topics

  • Body image
  • Psychology
  • Patient safety
  • Australia

Full transcript

The full transcript for this episode is coming soon.