Poster 16. Body image formation occurs early on developmentally and can impact an array of factors including one’s self-esteem and perception of worth. Lack of alignment with bodily ideals can lead to diagnoses or symptoms of Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD). Individuals with BDD diagnoses are likely to engage in extreme dieting, body modification, and eating disorders. This presentation will review how these may be remedied by addressing problematic social media use through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
