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Question

hi

I've got a problem,i suffer with bdd (don't like your image and think your ugly/distorted) i have been having really bad hallucinations? it used to be just me who thought i was to ugly to live but know it's become like another person telling me that i am i can't see the person but if i close my eyes i can hear them they tell me all this horrible vile stuff about the way i look(iI'm not insane) i'm actually really freaked out and scared of it but i can't tell my parents because they'll send me to a doctor or hospital and i haven't been outside for 7 months , so it would be like facing my biggest fear and i can't do that but i also can't let whatever this thing is keep being there ????? what should i do ?

Answer 1

The first goal should be to become single minded.  Take life one step at a time.  Gradually stop acknowledging in your mind the events and sensations you know to be unreal.  Pull back from the activity that keeps you stuck in the rut of self-examination and self-criticism.  Meet your parents half way if that is practical.  Practice functioning at a elevated threshold of confidence.  Keep your stress level down.  

Answer 2

Hi honey I know how scary this must be. I don't think you're insane, but this other person is obviously tormenting you and you dont need to live this way. Please tell somebody and get some help, it will be worth it to get better. Seeing as you have trouble leaving the house, maybe you could try ringing a mental health helpline and talking to them over the phone to start off with. There is support out there and you don't have to deal with this on your own. Please take of yourself sweetie. Good luck