From Obesity to Bigorexia: A Clinical Case Report.
Inês Eiras, Maria Inês Sousa, Ana Bandeira Santos et al.
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Case in brief
A 16-year-old male with a history of obesity and depression developed obsessive behaviors related to diet and exercise following weight loss. He engaged in a 'bulking and cutting' regimen and used various supplements, exhibiting rigid behavior and poor insight. Due to significant functional impairment, he was referred to child and adolescent psychiatry, where he was diagnosed with muscle dysmorphia.
Diagnostic / clinical pearl
Clinicians should be aware that adolescent obesity may predispose individuals to muscle dysmorphia, which can manifest as obsessive behaviors around diet and exercise.
Why it matters
Recognizing muscle dysmorphia early in adolescents with obesity and body image concerns is essential for promoting healthy psychological and physical development.