A Client Has Body Dysmorphic Disorder and Is Considering Plastic

question 115

Multiple Choice

A client has body dysmorphic disorder and is considering plastic surgery. Is this a recommended treatment for this client?

• A) Yes. Plastic surgery typically relieves body dysmorphic symptoms.
• B) Possibly. Plastic surgery can improve clients' self-image if the "problem" area is small.
• C) No. Often, people who have plastic surgery for body dysmorphic disorder actually feel worse afterward.
• D) No. Studies show that almost one-third of people who have plastic surgery for body dysmorphic disorder later attempt suicide.

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