Body Dysmorphia Test: Am I Obsessed with My Appearance?
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Take this free Body Dysmorphia Test to understand if your appearance concerns are within a normal range or indicate BDD symptoms. Get instant, private results.
We all have days when we look in the mirror and don't like what we see. It is a universal human experience to wish our nose was straighter, our skin clearer, or our hair thicker. But for some, this dissatisfaction isn't just a fleeting thought—it is a relentless, deafening noise that drowns out the rest of life. You might find yourself checking reflections in every shop window, or conversely, terrified to see your own image.
This Body Dysmorphia Test is designed to help you distinguish between typical body image insecurity and the obsessive patterns associated with Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD). If you feel like your appearance is controlling your schedule, your mood, and your confidence, this assessment offers a private, safe space to explore those feelings and find clarity.
This assessment is more than just a checklist; it is a mirror for your mind, not your body. By analyzing your thought patterns, it helps you:
Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) is often misunderstood as being "obsessed with oneself." In reality, it is an anxiety disorder related to how the brain processes visual information and fear. This test explores the gap between what you look like and how you see yourself.
Common questions this test addresses:
This assessment is constructed based on clinical criteria outlined in the DSM-5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) and adapted from gold-standard screening tools like the BDD-YBOCS (Yale-Brown Obsessive Compulsive Scale Modified for BDD). It focuses on the severity of distress and the level of life interference caused by appearance concerns.
We analyze two core dimensions of your experience:
The test consists of 20 questions and typically takes about 7 minutes to complete.
Tip: Try to answer based on how you have felt over the past two weeks. Be honest about your internal feelings, even if you hide them from others. There are no "wrong" answers here.
Your responses are scored on a weighted scale to determine a "Severity Level." We do not just look at what you dislike about your body, but how much that dislike stops you from living your life.
This test is especially helpful if you:
Please consider seeking professional help immediately instead if:
We don't just give you a number; we provide a narrative that explains why you feel this way. Your result will categorize your experience into one of three standard levels:
Each result includes a breakdown of your strengths, common pitfalls, and a gentle action plan for moving forward.
A high score does not mean you are "broken." It simply means your brain has learned a pattern of anxiety that is currently stuck in a loop. Patterns can be unlearned.
Your result page will offer specific strategies, such as:
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IMPORTANT: This online Body Dysmorphia Test is a self-assessment tool intended for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a diagnostic tool and does not replace a professional medical or psychological evaluation.
Body Dysmorphic Disorder is a complex mental health condition that requires diagnosis by a qualified healthcare provider. If your results indicate high concern, or if you are experiencing severe distress, depression, or anxiety, please consult a mental health professional or a doctor.
You have a generally healthy relationship with your appearance, viewing your body as a vehicle for living rather than an object to be constantly fixed.
You are carrying a heavy backpack of appearance anxiety—while you are still functioning, worry about your flaws is causing unnecessary friction in your daily life.
Your results indicate a significant struggle with Body Dysmorphic patterns, where obsession with perceived flaws is deeply interfering with your peace of mind.