Resources

Screening for body dysmorphic disorder and psychological issues in cosmetic settings.
Screening for Body Dysmorphic Disorder and other Psychiatric Conditions in Cosmetic Settings. https://vimeo.com/885009887?share=copy Presenter: Dr Ben Buchanan Dr Ben Buchanan is a clinical psychologist who
QR Codes for Assessments
QR codes are a convenient way for clients to take assessments on their smartphone. This guide will show you how to setup a QR code

How Snapchat dysmorphia is warping our beauty ideals
Written by Hayley Hinze and published in House of Wellness on 5th October 2023 While dog ears and flower crowns are cute, social media’s beauty filters can

Informed Consent for Cosmetic Procedures: Navigating Psychological and Ethical Complexities
Informed Consent for Cosmetic Procedures: Navigating Psychological and Ethical Complexities The scrutiny the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) is giving to cosmetic procedures shows

Cosmetic Motivations Questionnaire (CMQ)
Cosmetic Motivations Questionnaire The Cosmetic Motivations Questionnaire (CMQ, Pikoos & Buchanan, 2022) is designed to help cosmetic professionals understand their patient’s core motivations and reasons

Top Tips for Managing Difficult Conversations with Cosmetic Patients
So your patient has screened positive for body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), or in the red/high risk zone on the Cosmetic Readiness Questionnaire – NOW WHAT!?