Body Dysmorphic Disorder Used to Be Considered a Somatoform Disorder

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Essay

Body dysmorphic disorder used to be considered a somatoform disorder and is now listed together with the obsessive-compulsive disorders in DSM-5. Do you think this makes sense? Why or why not?

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Definitions:

Group Undertaking

A collaborative endeavor or project that is carried out by a group of individuals or organizations working together towards a common goal.

Social Venues

Places or settings where people gather for social interactions, such as parties, clubs, community centers, or public events.

Value-Expressive Influence

The effect on consumer behavior driven by the desire to express one's self-concept through the use of products or brands.

Referential Influence

The impact that the opinion of others has on an individual's choice or behavior, typically within a social context.