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Body Dysmorphic Disorder Scale (BDD-D)

Body Dysmorphic Disorder Scale (BDD-D) Test

In 1 minute, this quick check helps gauge distress and obsessive worries about perceived appearance flaws. Five items provide a clear, intensity-based snapshot to guide screening and care.

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14/20

Body Dysmorphic Disorder Scale (BDDS)

Measures the severity of distress and obsessive preoccupation with perceived appearance flaws and their impact on daily functioning.

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0 – 6: Low | 7 – 13: Moderate | 14 – 20: High

A score of 14 falls in the High range, indicating a pronounced level of appearance-related preoccupation and associated distress.

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Appearance-Worrying Adults

44%OF USERS

People who often feel distressed about a perceived flaw and want to understand how much it affects their mood, confidence, and daily life.

Therapy and Counseling Clients

33%OF USERS

People already in psychotherapy or considering it who need a quick check of obsessive appearance thoughts to discuss with a specialist.

Clinicians and Researchers

23%OF USERS

Psychologists, psychiatrists, and study teams who use a fast, standardized scale to screen and track symptom severity in Russian-speaking participants.

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Body Dysmorphic Disorder Scale (BDDS)

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14.5

Normal range

11.6 — 17.4

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What does this scale assess?

It assesses distress and repetitive preoccupation with perceived appearance flaws that are minor or not observed by others. It also indicates how strongly these concerns affect daily functioning.

How long does it take and how many items are included?

Completion typically takes about 1 minute. The scale includes 5 items.

How are responses recorded?

Each item is rated by selecting the option that best matches the intensity or frequency of the described experiences. Responses should reflect the usual experience rather than a single moment.

How should results be interpreted?

Scores indicate severity, from low to high, rather than a simple present-or-absent result. Interpretation should be combined with clinical interview and other relevant information.

Is it appropriate for Russian-speaking respondents?

A validated Russian-language adaptation is available by A. A. Zolotareva and colleagues. It is suitable for clinical use and research with Russian-speaking participants.

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Body Dysmorphic Disorder Scale (BDD-D) Test

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This brief self-report measure is designed to screen for and quantify distress related to perceived defects or flaws in appearance that are minimal or not observable to others. The Body Dysmorphic Disorder Scale (BDD-D) supports rapid identification of body image–related preoccupation and associated impairment in daily functioning.

Developed by Katharine A. Phillips, it consists of 5 items and typically requires about 1 minutes to complete. Responses can help characterize the severity of appearance-focused intrusive thoughts, distress, and functional impact to inform clinical evaluation and treatment planning.

The Body Dysmorphic Disorder Scale (BDD-D) is not diagnostic on its own and should be interpreted in the context of a comprehensive assessment, including clinical interview and consideration of differential diagnoses and comorbid conditions.

Author: Katharine A. Phillips

Literature: Phillips, K. A. The broken mirror: Understanding and treating body dysmorphic disorder. Oxford University Press. 2005.; LeBeau, R. T., Mischel, E. R., Simpson, H. B., Mataix-Cols, D., Phillips, K. A., Stein, D. J., & Craske, M. G. Preliminary assessment of obsessive-compulsive spectrum disorder scales for DSM-5. Journal of Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders. 2013.

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