Individuals who see themselves as having some defect in appearance even though no such defect is present are diagnosed with _______________.

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Body dysmorphic disorder is a psychological condition characterized by obsessive preoccupation with a perceived defect in one's appearance that may not be noticeable or only slightly noticeable to others. It is categorized as a somatoform disorder in the DSM-5. Conversion disorder involves the development of physical symptoms in response to a psychological stressor, while hypochondriasis involves excessive worry about having a serious illness despite medical reassurance.

Individuals Who See Themselves as Having Some Defect in Appearance