Reviewing CBT Intervention for Body Dysmorphic Disorder: A Systematic Literature

Abstract

Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) targets distorted beliefs and behaviors associated with BDD and shows promise in its treatment. To explore the effectiveness of cognitive behaviour therapy as an evidence-based intervention for patients with Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), characterized by distressing preoccupation with perceived physical flaws.The systematic review was comprised search on Web of Science, PsycINFO, Medline, Embase, Google Scholar, Science Direct, PubMed, ClinicalTrials and OvidSP databases for experimental studies and randomised controlled trials, surveys related to CBT, BDD, and published in peer-reviewed English-language journals. The studies' quality was assessed using the Modified Cochrane Collaboration risk of the bias assessment criteria. All 09 studies reported significant results in patients diagnosed patients with BDD and underscores the potential of CBT to alleviate distress and enhance the quality of life for those affected by BDD. This review is recommended to promote cognitive restructuring, gradual exposure, and improved overall mental well-being