Studies have shown that psychodynamic therapy is proven to be ineffective for treating BDD. However, CBT (cognitive behavior therapy) proved to be more effective. A study was conducted using 54 patients, this study found that symptoms decreased dramatically in those who used CBT. In 82% of cases, BDD was eliminated at post treatment, 77% was eliminated at follow up. Another popular treatment is the use of antidepressants. In a controlled study of 74 subjects, the efficiency of fluoxetine hydrochloride, a SSRI drug was evaluated. Patients were chosen at random to receive 12 weeks of double treatment with fluoxetine or the placebo. At the end of the study, 53% of patients responded positively to the fluoxetine. BDD if left untreated can definitely worsen as time goes on. Treatment may now completely eliminate the disorder but it can certainly make it more bearable.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Body_dysmorphic_disorder
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