Journal article
Extending the cognitive-behavioral model of Body Dysmorphic Disorder: The role of attachment anxiety and self-ambivalence
Journal of Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders, Vol.37, pp.1-8
2023
Abstract
This study aimed to extend the cognitive-behavioral model of Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) by exploring the role of insecure attachment and self-ambivalence on the relationship between two specific cognitive factors, namely appearance orientation (seeing the self as an aesthetic object) and appearance evaluation (negative appraisal of internal body image), on levels of BDD severity. A convenience sample of 304 Australian residents (72.4% females) completed online self-report measures; 53% reported clinical or subclinical levels of BDD. Attachment anxiety and self-ambivalence were both associated with BDD severity, as were both cognitive factors. The direct effect of attachment anxiety was no longer significant after controlling for self-ambivalence, appearance orientation and evaluation. However, significant specific indirect effects were found suggesting that individuals who report greater levels of insecure attachment and self-ambivalence exhibit greater appearance orientation and negative appearance evaluation which, in turn, results in higher levels of BDD. The indirect effect through self-ambivalence was strongest suggesting a central role of self in the relationship between attachment anxiety and BDD severity. The current research demonstrates the importance of attachment anxiety and self-ambivalence in the context of BDD and implicates their potential role in treatment; however, further clinical studies are needed.
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- Title
- Extending the cognitive-behavioral model of Body Dysmorphic Disorder: The role of attachment anxiety and self-ambivalence
- Authors
- Dan Fassnacht (Corresponding Author) - Flinders UniversityKathina Ali (Author) - Flinders UniversityMichael Kyrios (Author) - Flinders University
- Publication details
- Journal of Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders, Vol.37, pp.1-8
- Publisher
- Elsevier BV
- DOI
- 10.1016/j.jocrd.2023.100803
- ISSN
- 2211-3657
- Organisation Unit
- School of Health - Psychology
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 99725897202621
- Output Type
- Journal article
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