
13/06/2024
“…Society has always held up idealised and often unobtainable versions of physical beauty. Whether it is in movies/ television – representing only specific types of beauty; magazines – objectifying celebrities and offering ‘quick fixes’ for looks, or social media allowing us to filter away all of our individuality.
When we look at the generations of people exposed to this kind of messaging it’s easy to see why it has had such a huge impact. One of the severe consequences of this is body dysmorphia, something that affects millions of people globally…”
This article was written by Lauren Hall, an accredited and fully qualified Psychotherapist at The DMC Clinic. If you would like to discuss how any of the topics mentioned above are impacting your mental health, please contact The DMC Clinic to arrange an appointment.
Body dysmorphia is a challenging and often devastating burden, but understanding it can lead to greater empathy and effective support for those affected.