Patty believes that her nose is too big and that others are noticing the disfigurement of her nose. Her anxiety has perpetuated to the point that she has refused to leave her house. Which disorder is Patty most likely to meet criteria for?

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Patty's belief that her nose is too big and her anxiety about it to the point of avoiding leaving the house suggest a preoccupation with a perceived physical flaw or defect, which are key features of body dysmorphic disorder. None of the other disorders mentioned involve preoccupation with body image concerns.

Patty Believes That Her Nose Is Too Big and That