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Ditore—I think both a discussion on perceived appearance AND reinforcing internal strengths are important. Many times people don’t think they can do the treatment, so I focus on looking at other times they have been strong, and the strengths they hold to be able to utilize the treatment.

Ditmore Family—Bullying doesn’t cause BDD, but if someone is predisposed to BDD, bullying can impact it even if the bullying is not about appearance.