Body dysmorphia (body dysmorphic disorder) is a mental health condition involving persistent, distressing preoccupation with perceived flaws in appearance — a particular consideration for anyone going through rapid body change on a GLP-1.
Updated Sep 26, 2026
Body dysmorphia (body dysmorphic disorder) is a mental health condition marked by intense, persistent preoccupation with perceived flaws in one's appearance, often not visible or only slightly noticeable to others. Rapid, significant body change during GLP-1 treatment can stir up body-image distress, especially if you have a history of body dysmorphia or disordered eating. Talk about it openly with your prescriber or a mental health professional before and during treatment.
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