For former Bachelor Clayton Echard, body dysmorphic disorder has been a decades-long struggle perpetuated by toxic masculine ideals.
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On the inside, though, Echard says he feels differently.
One of the big items on that list of contributing causes is childhood trauma.
This includes childhood neglect, physical and sexual abuse, as well as bullying and excessive teasing.
Thats a female problem, he says.
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Men dont talk about body dysmorphic disorder, so it perpetuates this idea that its non-existent for them.
But that very image can actually worsen BDD in men.
Upon fully recognizing his own symptoms, Echard didnt initially seek treatment for BDD, either.
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