Those with a preoccupation with a perceived body flaw, which of the following behaviors would help toward confirming a diagnosis of body dysmorphic disorder?
A)Seeking out counseling due to the distress caused by the bodily preoccupation
B)Constantly checking one's appearance in a mirror
C)Excessive weight loss in an attempt to improve one's appearance
D)A preoccupation centered around having a serious and disfiguring illness

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Constantly checking one's appearance is a common behavior seen in individuals with body dysmorphic disorder. Seeking out counseling and experiencing distress due to bodily preoccupation may also be indicative of the disorder, but these behaviors are not specific to BDD. Excessive weight loss and a preoccupation with illness are not symptoms of BDD.

Those with a Preoccupation with a Perceived Body Flaw, Which