'Millions of people suffer from body image concerns. Some are paralyzed by them. Here, Dr. Sabine Wilhelm offers a systematic, scientifically based program of self-treatment. For many, this will be a welcome alternative to expensive professional therapy.' - Harrison G. Pope Jr., MD, Department of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School; coauthor of The Adonis Complex 'Until now, very little self-help material was available on body dysmorphic disorder, a distressing condition that can lead sufferers to depression, unneccesary cosmetic surgery, and even suicide. If you are struggling with body image problems or care for someone who is, this excellent book offers very helpful guidance.' - David Veale, MD, FRCPsych, Consultant Psychiatrist in Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, London, UK

Sabine Wilhelm, PhD, is founder and director of the Body Dysmorphic Disorder Clinic and Research Unit at Massachusetts General Hospital and a faculty member at Harvard Medical School. She is internationally recognized as a leading researcher in BDD and is the principal investigator of an NIMH-funded study to develop and test a cognitive-behavioral treatment for the disorder. Her areas of clinical and research interest include the diagnosis and treatment of BDD, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and Tourette's disorder.

For the Sake of Appearance. "Why Do I Feel So Unattractive?" Thinking About Change. Understanding Your Problems and Planning Solutions. Managing Your Thoughts. Getting Your Life Back with Exposure Exercises. Freeing Yourself From Rituals with Response Prevention Exercises. Getting at Your Core Beliefs. Staying Well. 'Should I Take Medication?' Helping a Family Member or Friend with Body Image Concerns. Appendix: The Relationship of BDD to Other Disorders. Resources.