Self-care means meeting your own needs. You can do this a lot or a little, but it’s important to set a goal and stick to it. Tell yourself that you are valued. If you spend most of your time taking care of others, now is the perfect time to give back to yourself! There are six ways to think about self-care: your body, your job, your relationships, your emotions, your mental health and your spirituality.
Think about each section below and find tips to get started on your self-care journey.
Take care of your body
Physical self-care is about getting back to basics for your body. Try these tips:
<ul>
 <li>Eat in a way that’s good for you</li>
 <li>Exercise often</li>
 <li>Sleep more</li>
</ul>

Manage your work and career
Balance your job and the rest of your life. Try these tips:
<ul>
 <li>Turn off work messages at the end of the day</li>
 <li>Take lunch breaks</li>
 <li>Reward yourself when you reach goals</li>
</ul>

Spend time with family and friends
Get closer to people you love. Try these tips:
<ul>
 <li>Do video calls with family</li>
 <li>Take a walk with a friend</li>
 <li>Ask for help from others</li>
 <li>Join a club or community group</li>
</ul>

Watch your emotions
Ask yourself how you’re doing. Try these tips:
<ul>
 <li>Keep a journal</li>
 <li>Take time off</li>
 <li>Vent when you’re angry</li>
 <li>Find what makes you happy</li>
</ul>

Take care of your mind
Meet with a counselor or do something to calm your mind. Try these tips:
<ul>
 <li>Mute phone alerts</li>
 <li>Take a walk outdoors</li>
 <li>Book a therapy session</li>
 <li>Take time to reflect</li>
</ul>

Make time for religion or spirituality
These needs may not include religion but staying connected to the world around you. Try these tips:
<ul>
 <li>Seek out nature</li>
 <li>Meditate or sing</li>
 <li>Attend a religious or spiritual service</li>
</ul>

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Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) affects around 1 in 50 people. While many of us are prone to thinking a little too much about certain flaws or blemishes on our bodies, for those living with the condition, these negative thoughts are overwhelming and cause significant distress.
With the right diagnosis and treatment, it is possible to manage body dysmorphic disorder and make daily life easier. With that in mind, let’s take a look at everything you need to know about diagnosing and treating body dysmorphia.&nbsp;
<h2>What is body dysmorphia?</h2>
Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is a mental health condition that affects both men and women. Those who suffer from body dysmorphia develop obsessions about flaws in their physical appearance. These perceived flaws may be minor or may not even exist at all.
Body dysmorphia is more than simply disliking certain physical attributes and body parts. In fact, people with body dysmorphia spend so much time fixating, worrying, and obsessing about their perceived defect that it prevents them from functioning in daily life.&nbsp;
<h3>What causes body dysmorphic disorder?</h3>
There is no one specific cause for body dysmorphic disorder. In fact, medical experts believe it is a combination of numerous environmental, biological, and psychological factors.
Some possible contributory factors include:
<ul>
 <li>Family history of body dysmorphic disorder</li>
 <li>Family history of other similar mental health conditions</li>
 <li>Life experiences such as bullying or teasing at school</li>
 <li>Personality traits such as perfectionism or comparison to others&nbsp;</li>
 <li>Cultural influences such as diet culture</li>
 <li>Co-existing mental health diagnoses like depression, anxiety or OCD</li>
 <li>Low self-esteem or loneliness</li>
</ul>
<h2>What are the signs and symptoms of body dysmorphic disorder?&nbsp;</h2>
Like any mental health disorder, there are many possible symptoms of body dysmorphic disorder. Some people who suffer from BDD may display most of the common symptoms while others may only experience one or two. In order to receive an official diagnosis of body dysmorphia as per the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, the patient’s preoccupation with a perceived flaw or imagined defect must cause significant distress and impact their ability to function day-to-day.
Common symptoms of BDD can include:
<ul>
 <li>Avoiding mirrors</li>
 <li>Obsessive mirror checking</li>
 <li>Excessive grooming</li>
 <li>Compulsive behaviors like skin picking</li>
 <li>Exercising excessively or obsessively</li>
 <li>Camouflaging (using clothes, hats, or make-up to hide perceived flaws)</li>
 <li>Seeking unnecessary plastic surgery</li>
</ul>
<h3>What is muscle dysmorphia?</h3>
Muscle dysmorphia is a type of body dysmorphia. The key distinction is that those who suffer from muscle dysmorphia fixate on muscle tone and size.
Many of the symptoms of muscle dysmorphia are similar to body dysmorphia. However, there may also be more of a focus on exercise and diet. Some common signs of muscle dysmorphia include:
<ul>
 <li>Excessive exercise (particularly lifting weights)</li>
 <li>Obsessive calorie counting</li>
 <li>Avoiding eating in settings where there’s less control over food content</li>
 <li>Using steroids or other drugs to enhance appearance or muscle growth</li>
</ul>
<h3>What are the complications and risks of body dysmorphia and muscle dysmorphia?</h3>
Body dysmorphia can be overwhelming and extremely intense. Left untreated, the symptoms can have a significant impact on one’s quality of life.
Living with body dysmorphia without professional help can lead to:
<ul>
 <li>Severe social anxiety</li>
 <li>Low self-esteem</li>
 <li>Negative thoughts</li>
 <li>Feelings of isolation</li>
 <li>Relationship problems (with friends, romantic relationships, family members, or colleagues)</li>
 <li>Performance problems at work or school</li>
 <li>Reckless behavior such as excessive cosmetic surgery or dangerous dieting</li>
 <li>Suicidal thoughts</li>
</ul>
<h3>Can you have body dysmorphic disorder and other mental health conditions?</h3>
Like many mental health conditions, it is possible to suffer from BDD and other conditions at the same time. In fact, it’s common for BDD patients to also suffer from social anxiety disorder, various eating disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
BDD can often be misdiagnosed as OCD and other disorders due to the similarity in some of the symptoms in patients. It’s therefore extremely important to seek a proper diagnosis from a mental health professional. This will help make sure that you are receiving the proper treatment for the right psychiatric disorder.
<h2>What are the body dysmorphia treatment options?</h2>
Living with body dysmorphic disorder can be truly overwhelming. The good news is that there are many different ways to treat body dysmorphia. With the right support and guidance from healthcare professionals, you can learn to control repetitive behaviors and significantly improve your quality of life.
<h3>Therapy options for treating body dysmorphic disorder&nbsp;</h3>
Once you reach out to your healthcare provider for support, they may suggest that you try Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). This is a type of psychotherapy (sometimes referred to as talk therapy) that is used to treat a number of different mental health conditions. Its main focus is to help patients to identify and change their thought and behavior patterns.
Using a method called exposure and response prevention (ERP), cognitive behavioral therapy is designed to help decrease repetitive and compulsive behaviors like mirror checking and camouflaging by gradually exposing patients to situations that they fear.
Another method used (particularly if the patient is reluctant to try ERP) is Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). Using techniques such as mindfulness, this type of therapy focuses on helping the patient to tolerate and accept the things that otherwise cause them anxiety.
<h3>Medication for body dysmorphia</h3>
There is no medication treatment approved by the FDA specifically for body dysmorphic disorder. However, healthcare professionals and psychiatry experts often prescribe medications that are used to treat similar or related disorders such as depression and anxiety.
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) such as Fluoxetine are the most commonly used drugs for body dysmorphia. This antidepressant medication can help to control compulsive behaviors and obsessive thinking as well as symptoms such as anxiety and impulsivity.
Another option is a medication called Clomipramine. This is more commonly prescribed to treat OCD but some studies suggest that it can also be effective in the treatment of body dysmorphia.
Different drugs will work better for different people, so it’s important to seek professional medical advice from a qualified clinician before you take any medication for body dysmorphia. It’s also worth noting that some people may respond better to therapy and will therefore not require the use of medication at all.&nbsp;
<h3>How to help a loved one with body dysmorphia</h3>
It can be hard to know exactly how to help a loved one who is suffering from a mental health condition. It’s a deeply personal and overwhelming experience and it’s therefore difficult to judge whether you are helping or hindering their progress.
Some useful tips for helping a family member or loved one with body dysmorphia include:
<ul>
 <li>Listen (you don’t always need to provide a solution — just listen)</li>
 <li>Accept their feelings (even if you don’t understand them)</li>
 <li>Provide practical support so that they can prioritize their therapy sessions or self-care practices</li>
 <li>Acknowledge and celebrate the small wins</li>
 <li>Learn and understand their triggers</li>
 <li>Remember to take care of yourself too!</li>
</ul>
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It’s natural to think about your appearance from time to time, but if you are obsessively or excessively worrying about your appearance in a way that’s causing significant distress and disruption to your daily life, it’s time to get some help.
If you think you or a loved one are displaying some symptoms of body dysmorphic disorder,<a href="https://www.babylonhealth.com/en-us/what-we-offer/talk-to-a-doctor"> make an online appointment</a> with the Babylon healthcare team today. Our friendly healthcare providers will listen to your areas of concern and together we’ll get you the support and treatment you deserve.
References:&nbsp;
<ol>
 <li>Anxiety and Depression Association of America<a href="https://adaa.org/understanding-anxiety/body-dysmorphic-disorder"> https://adaa.org/understanding-anxiety/body-dysmorphic-disorder</a>&nbsp;</li>
 <li>Mayo Clinic<a href="https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/body-dysmorphic-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20353938"> https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/body-dysmorphic-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20353938</a>&nbsp;</li>
 <li>International OCD Foundation<a href="https://bdd.iocdf.org/expert-opinions/muscle-dysmorphia/"> https://bdd.iocdf.org/expert-opinions/muscle-dysmorphia/</a></li>
 <li>American Psychological Association<a href="https://www.apa.org/ed/precollege/undergrad/ptacc/body-dysmorphic-traynor.pdf"> https://www.apa.org/ed/precollege/undergrad/ptacc/body-dysmorphic-traynor.pdf</a></li>
 <li>Anxiety and Depression Association of America<a href="https://adaa.org/understanding-anxiety/body-dysmorphic-disorder/symptoms-related-disorders"> https://adaa.org/understanding-anxiety/body-dysmorphic-disorder/symptoms-related-disorders</a>&nbsp;</li>
 <li>Anxiety and Depression Association of America<a href="https://adaa.org/find-help/treatment-help/types-of-therapy"> https://adaa.org/find-help/treatment-help/types-of-therapy</a></li>
 <li>Anxiety and Depression Association of America<a href="https://adaa.org/understanding-anxiety/body-dysmorphic-disorder/treatment/act-with-cbt-for-bdd"> https://adaa.org/understanding-anxiety/body-dysmorphic-disorder/treatment/act-with-cbt-for-bdd</a>&nbsp;</li>
</ol>
National Library of Medicine<a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2705931/#:~:text=SRIs%20currently%20available%20in%20the,best%2Dstudied%20medications%20for%20BDD"> https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2705931/#:~:text=SRIs%20currently%20available%20in%20the,best%2Dstudied%20medications%20for%20BDD</a>

Body dysmorphia symptoms, diagnosis and treatment

Social Anxiety (previously referred to as social phobia) is a common mental health condition that affects around 7.1% of US adults. If you’re struggling with social anxiety, you’re definitely not alone. In fact, around 15 million other Americans are struggling with the same mental health issues.&nbsp;
The good news is that with some help from a mental health professional, you can learn to manage social anxiety and—in some cases—even overcome social anxiety. Before we look at how to manage social anxiety, let’s first clarify what it is.
<h2>What is social anxiety disorder?</h2>
The term social anxiety is often used flippantly to describe feelings of shyness or self-consciousness in social situations. However, for those who suffer from social anxiety disorder, it is an intense fear which can get in the way of daily life and significantly impact their emotional well-being.
Those with social anxiety disorder struggle with social events and worry that they will be scrutinized, ridiculed, or judged by others. From one-on-one social interactions such as dates to situations where they have to stand up and talk in front of others and be the center of attention, the fear and anxiety can be crippling.
Some situations that can be difficult for those struggling with social anxiety disorder include:
<ul>
 <li>Public speaking</li>
 <li>Eating in public</li>
 <li>Meeting new people</li>
 <li>Dates</li>
 <li>Job interviews</li>
 <li>Talking to staff at stores or restaurants</li>
 <li>Answering questions in a classroom setting</li>
</ul>
<h3>What are the symptoms of social anxiety?</h3>
There are both emotional and physical symptoms of social anxiety that can include:
<ul>
 <li>Blushing, sweating, or trembling</li>
 <li>An increased or rapid heart rate</li>
 <li>Upset stomach or feelings of nausea</li>
 <li>Breathlessness</li>
 <li>Dizziness</li>
 <li>Muscle tension</li>
 <li>Mind blanks</li>
 <li>Having trouble with basic social skills such as maintaining eye contact</li>
 <li>Avoiding certain places and social situations</li>
 <li>Intense fear of interacting with strangers</li>
 <li>Negative thoughts and expecting the worst out of social interactions</li>
 <li>Fear of embarrassment or humiliation</li>
</ul>
In order for an official diagnosis to be made, the fear and anxiety must be present for at least six months. They must significantly affect one’s behaviors and ability to function on a day-to-day basis.
<h2>Treatment options and coping strategies for social anxiety disorder</h2>
If you, a family member, or a friend are struggling with symptoms of social anxiety disorder, it’s important to reach out to your healthcare provider. Self-help can be great in the right circumstances, but it’s also important to seek professional help to make sure that you are getting the right treatment. Everybody is different and a psychiatry expert will be able to help you navigate the various treatment options, medication, and coping techniques to find the right strategy for you.
<h3>Cognitive behavioral therapy for social anxiety</h3>
The most common treatment for social anxiety disorder is a type of psychotherapy called Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). This involves a range of techniques including Exposure Therapy and Acceptance &amp; Commitment Therapy (ACT).&nbsp;
Together, these techniques and therapies teach different ways of thinking, behaving, and reacting to difficult situations. This kind of therapy also helps patients to practice various social skills and can be delivered in a group setting or on a one-to-one basis.
<h3>Medication for social anxiety disorder</h3>
As we’ve already mentioned, everybody is a little bit different. Some people who suffer from social anxiety disorder may respond well to therapy whereas others might need a combination of therapy and medication. Again, a mental health professional will be able to help you to understand the best course of action for you, so it’s important to reach out to your healthcare provider before trying any new medication for anxiety.
Antidepressants are a common form of medication for social anxiety disorder. These can include:
<ul>
 <li>Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)</li>
 <li>Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs)</li>
 <li>Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Other common medications for anxiety can include:
<ul>
 <li>Beta-blockers</li>
 <li>Benzodiazepines</li>
</ul>
As scientific research continues to explore various medications, other types of medication are being used to treat anxiety disorders. Your doctor or healthcare provider can guide you through the latest information and advise you on the best type of medication for you.
<h3>Coping techniques for social anxiety</h3>
The best way to overcome social anxiety is by getting professional help. However, there are also a number of other things you can do by yourself to manage and minimize your social anxiety symptoms.
Some useful coping strategies and relaxation techniques for social anxiety include:
<ul>
 <li>Breathing exercises</li>
 <li>Meditation and mindfulness</li>
 <li>Light exercise (even walking around the block or stretching for 5 minutes can help)</li>
 <li>Muscle relaxation exercises</li>
 <li>Writing your thoughts down</li>
 <li>Challenging negative thoughts (try thinking, “What advice would I give a friend if they felt this way?”)</li>
</ul>
Not everyone will find every single one of these techniques useful. Some might find deep breathing to be effective whereas others might prefer to write down their thoughts and fears. Some might find that a combination of a few things is best for them.&nbsp;
The important thing is to try different techniques and find what works. Don’t overwhelm yourself by doing everything all at once—take small steps and find the right solution for you.
<h3>How to make friends with social anxiety?</h3>
Whether you’re starting a new job, moving to a new city, or starting at a new school, it can be hard to make new friends when you’re struggling with social anxiety. There’s no magic fix for this, unfortunately. In order to meet new people, you will have to face your fears on some level.
However, there are some things you can do to make the journey a little bit easier. Some top tips for making new friends include:
<ul>
 <li>Start small (even if it’s just waving at a neighbor) and work up to bigger social events</li>
 <li>Practice your social skills (even if it’s in front of a mirror, or with family and friends)</li>
 <li>Memorize a handy list of small talk topics to put your mind at ease</li>
 <li>Prioritize settings where you have things in common with others (join a sports team or book club etc)</li>
 <li>Join local support groups for social anxiety</li>
</ul>
Being open about your social anxiety could also prove helpful. When people know that you struggle with certain situations, they might be a bit more understanding and try to accommodate you wherever possible.&nbsp;
<h2>Struggling with social anxiety? Get in touch with your healthcare provider today</h2>
If social situations cause you intense fear, you don’t need to suffer in silence. Millions of other Americans are dealing with social anxiety disorder and there are plenty of treatment options that can help you to manage and minimize the symptoms.
If you think that you or a loved one might be struggling with social anxiety disorder, make an appointment with the <a href="https://www.babylonhealth.com/en-us/what-we-offer/talk-to-a-doctor">Babylon healthcare team</a> today. We’re here to help.
References:
<ol>
 <li>National Institute of Mental Health<a href="https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/social-anxiety-disorder"> https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/social-anxiety-disorder</a></li>
 <li>National Institute of Mental Health<a href="https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/social-anxiety-disorder-more-than-just-shyness#:~:text=A%20person%20with%20social%20anxiety,a%20cashier%20in%20a%20store"> https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/social-anxiety-disorder-more-than-just-shyness#:~:text=A%20person%20with%20social%20anxiety,a%20cashier%20in%20a%20store</a></li>
 <li>Mayo Clinic<a href="https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/social-anxiety-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20353561"> https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/social-anxiety-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20353561</a>&nbsp;</li>
 <li>National Institute of Mental Health<a href="https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/social-anxiety-disorder-more-than-just-shyness"> https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/social-anxiety-disorder-more-than-just-shyness</a>&nbsp;</li>
 <li>American Psychiatric Association Publishing<a href="https://focus.psychiatryonline.org/doi/10.1176/foc.9.3.foc273"> https://focus.psychiatryonline.org/doi/10.1176/foc.9.3.foc273</a>&nbsp;</li>
 <li>JED<a href="https://jedfoundation.org/resource/understanding-anxiety-disorders/"> https://jedfoundation.org/resource/understanding-anxiety-disorders/</a>&nbsp;</li>
</ol>

How to manage social anxiety

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