Am I suffering from body dysmorphia? Take the test at the private practice of online psychologist Patric Pförtner.
Psychologist Patric Pförtner

Patric Pförtner

M.Sc. Psychologist, Doctoral Researcher

Body Dysmorphia Test Online

Are you excessively worried about certain aspects of your appearance, or do you feel that something is wrong with your body even though others can't see it? Our body-dysmorphia test can help you gain clarity about possible symptoms.

Typical signs of body dysmorphia can include:

  • excessive preoccupation with perceived physical flaws,
  • frequent mirror-checking or, conversely, avoidance of mirrors,
  • strong avoidance of social situations due to shame about one's own appearance.

With this test you can reflect on how strongly body dysmorphia is influencing your life. Please note that this test does not replace a professional diagnosis.

Originally written in German — read the original here: Dysmorphophobie-Test.

Body Dysmorphia Test: 15 Questions

All questions refer to the last 14 days. The answer options are scaled like a grading system — the first option counts as one point, the last as five. Choose one answer per question and click Evaluate Now at the end.

1. Do you often think about how others might judge your appearance?

2. Do you sometimes feel uncomfortable when you look in the mirror?

3. Do you feel that certain areas of your appearance are unusual or off-putting?

4. Do you often compare your appearance with that of others?

5. Do your thoughts about your appearance affect your social or professional life?

6. Do you avoid certain activities, places or people because you feel uncomfortable?

7. Do you feel that your appearance affects how others perceive or treat you?

8. Do you often check or monitor your appearance, e.g. in mirrors or in photos?

9. Do you regularly ask others for feedback on your appearance?

10. Do you feel particularly insecure about your appearance in public?

11. Do you often think that others pay particular attention to your appearance?

12. Do you react sensitively when someone comments on your appearance?

13. Do you believe your appearance is the reason for certain reactions or behaviour from others?

14. Do you spend a lot of time getting ready before leaving the house?

15. Do you try to conceal certain body parts through clothing or posture?

This online screening is not a diagnostic tool. Only a trained medical professional — such as a doctor, psychiatrist or psychotherapist — can advise you on the next steps.

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