Body dysmorphic disorder patients actually see faces differently

Max points: 5 Type: Mental Disorder Explainer

This content explores body dysmorphic disorder through Daniela's personal struggles and scientific research using eye-tracking and brain imaging. It highlights how BDD distorts self-perception, impacts daily life, and causes social isolation, while also pointing to promising therapies that offer hope for better understanding and treatment.

Channel: ABC Science Duration: 0:07:51

Questions

1. Compared to healthy people, what difference did Daniela's brain scans show?

Overactivity in the visual cortex and prefrontal cortex Increased activity only in the motor cortex Reduced activity in the visual cortex No significant difference

2. What is the typical healthy eye movement pattern when looking at faces?

Focusing only on the forehead Random scanning of the whole face Avoiding eye contact entirely Looking across the eyes and then down to the mouth

3. Why do many people with BDD become socially isolated?

They have difficulty remembering faces They fear being judged for their perceived flaws They prefer to spend time working alone They dislike crowded places

4. What technology did Professor Susan Russell's team use to study BDD scientifically?

MRI scanning Ultrasound imaging Eye tracking technology Electroencephalography (EEG)

5. What is body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) primarily characterized by?

A tendency to avoid reflective surfaces A fear of social gatherings An obsession with weight loss An obsession over an imagined or minor physical flaw

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