Facial dysmorphia is becoming more common among young people. Unlike typical self-image concerns, facial dysmorphia is linked to Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), a serious mental health condition where people fixate on perceived flaws—often to the point of obsession. The obsession can lead to spending hours analyzing their appearance, taking endless selfies, or avoiding social situations entirely. It’s becoming more common among young people as social media fuels unrealistic beauty standards, with experts noting that constantly staring at their faces through selfies, Zoom calls, and beauty filters distorts self-perception, making minor imperfections seem exaggerated. YPulse data shows 50% of young women specifically say they feel worse about their appearance because of social media, and even 26% of 8-12-year-old girls already say the same. (The Cut)
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