The Dr. Shannon Show

#217: Body Image and Body Dysmorphia with Psychiatrist Margaret Duncan

Dr. Shannon Ritchey, PT, DPT

We all could improve our body image, but at what point should you seek help? Dr. Margaret Duncan discusses what thoughts may indicate body image concerns, how to improve body image, and when to seek professional help. 

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0:00: Introduction to Dr. Margaret Duncan 

2:35: Body image

9:45: When should someone seek therapy for body dysmorphic disorder? 

12:15: How can therapy help with body dysmorphic disorder 

18:15: Body as object vs body as self 

27:15: How to feel like you've done enough 

31:10: Postpartum body image 


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