The mediating role of self-compassion in the relationship between childhood trauma and the symptoms of body dysmorphic disorder

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ID15699366
AuthorsMotahhareh Kargar Shooroki (Ardabil University of Medical Sciences, corresponding author), Azadeh Choobforoushzadeh (0000-0002-5778-1165), Azra Mohammadpanah Ardakan (0000-0003-0259-5733, Ardabil University of Medical Sciences)
Year2025
Volume13
Issue1
Pages841-841
Publication date2025-07-28
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueBMC Psychology (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 2050-7283 • E-ISSN: 2050-7283
PublisherBioMed Central (PUBLISHER • GB)
DOI10.1186/s40359-025-03204-y
PMID40721837
OpenAlexW4412699271
LanguageEN
Citations received1
References cited12

The finding demonstrates a robust model fit, confirming self-compassion's mediating role in the association between childhood trauma and BDD symptoms. Consequently, interventions aimed at enhancing self-compassion, such as group education programs and therapeutic approaches grounded in self-compassion therapy delivered in established treatment centers, could effectively mitigate the impact of childhood trauma. Such interventions are anticipated to lead to a reduction in BDD symptomatology, particularly by decreasing cognitive distortions related to body image and fostering greater self-acceptance

Body dysmorphic disorder · Developmental psychology · Mindfulness · Psychological research · Self-compassion · Body Image and Dysmorphia Studies · Clinical Psychology · Empathy and Medical Education · Psychology · Psychosomatic Disorders and Their Treatments · Social Psychology

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