Statistics and scientifically proven data

Body dysmorphia is a serious mental health condition where people become obsessive with their flaws in their appearance, flaws that may be minor or invisible to others. This obsession often becomes emotional distress, isolation and impacts on education, work and daily life.

Body Dysmorphic Disorder Foundation:

Although the BDDF is based in the United Kingdom they have global reach, serving as a central reassures of reliable information, research and support for people affected by Body Dysmorphia.

The Body Dysmorphia Disorder foundation’s mission is to ensure that everyone with this disorder can have access to care, knowledge and support.

key statistics on BDD among young people

It’s scientifically proven that body dysmorphia is most common during adolescence. The data below will show the impact and need of awareness.

• Two-thirds of people with BDD developed the disorder before age 18, making it especially prevalent among teenagers.

  (Source: Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry)

  
  

• In the United States, an anonymous study found that 77% of individuals with BDD said the disorder negatively affected their academic performance.

  (Source: BDD Foundation – Statistics)

  
  

• "A study revealed that almost 60% of young people (ages 12–18) diagnosed with BDD were not attending school or were attending only sporadically".

  (Source: BDD Foundation – Statistics)

These statistics show the significant emotional consequences on living with BDD, especially during teenage years.

Causes and contributing factors

research shows that many social and environmental factors contribute to BDD, especially among young people.

• Social Media Pressure: Constant exposure to filtered images, and beauty standards can distort self image and anxiety.

• School Influence: Peer comparison and appearance judgment can lead to image hatred and isolation.

• Bullying and Social Pressure: Wanting to “fit in” can lead to obsessive focus on flaws.

Why this data matters

These scientifically proven data support findings and understanding of body dysmorphia. It’s a serious mental health problem that can affect academics, mental health and daily life.

By collecting and sharing data, BDD foundation focuses on spreading awareness on this disorder and so these informations are accessible to everyone who needs it.