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[[File:Physical, | | name = Body integrity dysphoria | ||
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| field = [[Psychiatry]] | |||
| symptoms = Desire to amputate healthy limbs, feeling of mismatch between body and identity | |||
| onset = Childhood or early adulthood | |||
| duration = Long-term | |||
| causes = Unknown | |||
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| diagnosis = Clinical assessment | |||
| differential = [[Body dysmorphic disorder]], [[Gender dysphoria]], [[Somatoparaphrenia]] | |||
| treatment = [[Cognitive behavioral therapy]], [[Antidepressants]] | |||
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| frequency = Rare | |||
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'''Body Integrity Dysphoria (BID)''', also known as '''body integrity identity disorder''', '''amputee identity disorder''', and '''xenomelia''' (formerly '''apotemnophilia'''), is a psychological disorder characterized by a persistent desire to be disabled or a profound discomfort with being able-bodied. This condition typically begins in early adolescence and can lead to harmful consequences if not managed properly. | '''Body Integrity Dysphoria (BID)''', also known as '''body integrity identity disorder''', '''amputee identity disorder''', and '''xenomelia''' (formerly '''apotemnophilia'''), is a psychological disorder characterized by a persistent desire to be disabled or a profound discomfort with being able-bodied. This condition typically begins in early adolescence and can lead to harmful consequences if not managed properly. | ||
== Terminology == | == Terminology == | ||
BID has been known by various terms over the years, reflecting the evolving understanding of the condition. The term "transabled" is sometimes used by individuals with BID to describe themselves. | BID has been known by various terms over the years, reflecting the evolving understanding of the condition. The term "transabled" is sometimes used by individuals with BID to describe themselves. | ||
== Symptoms and Manifestations == | == Symptoms and Manifestations == | ||
Symptoms of BID include: | Symptoms of BID include: | ||
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* Discomfort or distress with one's able-bodied status | * Discomfort or distress with one's able-bodied status | ||
* Emotional and psychological distress impacting daily functioning | * Emotional and psychological distress impacting daily functioning | ||
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== Related Conditions == | == Related Conditions == | ||
BID appears to be related to conditions like [[somatoparaphrenia]], a disorder involving the denial of ownership of parts of | BID appears to be related to conditions like [[somatoparaphrenia]], a disorder involving the denial of ownership of parts of one’s body. | ||
== Management and Treatment == | == Management and Treatment == | ||
Currently, there is no standard treatment for BID, but approaches may include: | Currently, there is no standard treatment for BID, but approaches may include: | ||
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* Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) | * Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) | ||
* Medication for associated symptoms like depression or anxiety | * Medication for associated symptoms like depression or anxiety | ||
== Ethical and Social Considerations == | == Ethical and Social Considerations == | ||
BID raises various ethical, medical, and social considerations, particularly regarding the desire for elective disability and the support systems available for individuals with BID. | BID raises various ethical, medical, and social considerations, particularly regarding the desire for elective disability and the support systems available for individuals with BID. | ||
== External Links == | == External Links == | ||
* [https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/conditions/body-integrity-identity-disorder Psychology Today - Body Integrity Identity Disorder] | * [https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/conditions/body-integrity-identity-disorder Psychology Today - Body Integrity Identity Disorder] | ||
* [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3640781/ National Center for Biotechnology Information - Understanding Body Integrity Identity Disorder] | * [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3640781/ National Center for Biotechnology Information - Understanding Body Integrity Identity Disorder] | ||
[[Category:Psychological Disorders]] | [[Category:Psychological Disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Neuropsychology]] | [[Category:Neuropsychology]] | ||
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Desire to amputate healthy limbs, feeling of mismatch between body and identity |
| Complications | N/A |
| Onset | Childhood or early adulthood |
| Duration | Long-term |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Unknown |
| Risks | |
| Diagnosis | Clinical assessment |
| Differential diagnosis | Body dysmorphic disorder, Gender dysphoria, Somatoparaphrenia |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Cognitive behavioral therapy, Antidepressants |
| Medication | |
| Prognosis | |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Body Integrity Dysphoria (BID), also known as body integrity identity disorder, amputee identity disorder, and xenomelia (formerly apotemnophilia), is a psychological disorder characterized by a persistent desire to be disabled or a profound discomfort with being able-bodied. This condition typically begins in early adolescence and can lead to harmful consequences if not managed properly.
Terminology[edit]
BID has been known by various terms over the years, reflecting the evolving understanding of the condition. The term "transabled" is sometimes used by individuals with BID to describe themselves.
Symptoms and Manifestations[edit]
Symptoms of BID include:
- Intense and persistent desire to become disabled, often focusing on limb amputation or paralysis
- Discomfort or distress with one's able-bodied status
- Emotional and psychological distress impacting daily functioning
Related Conditions[edit]
BID appears to be related to conditions like somatoparaphrenia, a disorder involving the denial of ownership of parts of one’s body.
Management and Treatment[edit]
Currently, there is no standard treatment for BID, but approaches may include:
- Psychological counseling and therapy
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Medication for associated symptoms like depression or anxiety
Ethical and Social Considerations[edit]
BID raises various ethical, medical, and social considerations, particularly regarding the desire for elective disability and the support systems available for individuals with BID.
