Body Dysmorphic Disorder and Pregnancy: The Silent Struggle

“What’s my size now?” Source: Dedraw Studio/Shutterstock Pregnancy is often celebrated as a transformative and joyful journey, but for individuals with body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), it can be a deeply challenging experience. The combination of physical changes, societal expectations, and personal guilt creates struggles that are frequently misunderstood or overlooked. These challenges often leave individuals […]

Hoarding Disorder and Suicide | Psychology Today

Hoarding Disorder (HD), classified under the category of Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders (OCRDs) in the DSM-5, has gained significant attention due to its association with heightened suicidality. Here, we explore the relationship between HD and suicidal behaviors, drawing on the recent meta-analysis by Pellegrini et al. (2021). A Meta-analysis can generate more robust conclusions than […]