Lilly is exceedingly concerned about her weight. She thinks that her hips are unusually wide and that people secretly make fun of her appearance. No amount of assurance from friends and family members could allay her concerns and she remains withdrawn, avoiding social events. Which of the following disorders is Lilly most likely to be suffering from?

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Lilly's preoccupation with her appearance and the belief that her hips are unusually wide despite assurance from others is indicative of body dysmorphic disorder, which is characterized by distressing and intrusive thoughts about one's appearance. Conversion disorder is characterized by the presence of physical symptoms without a medical explanation, depersonalization disorder involves feelings of disconnection from oneself, and hypochondriasis involves excessive worry about one's health. None of these disorders involve the specific preoccupation with body image seen in Lilly's case.

Lilly Is Exceedingly Concerned About Her Weight