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Muscle Dysmorphia: When Obsession with Muscle Mass Becomes a Psychiatric Disorder
Muscle dysmorphia — also known as muscle addiction or Adonis complex — is a serious psychiatric disorder that predominantly affects men. People with this condition perceive themselves as too thin despite having significant muscle development, and they exercise compulsively rather than for enjoyment. The disorder can lead to job loss, relationship breakdown, and exposure to steroid-related risks. It increasingly affects young people under the influence of social media. Psychotherapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), is the primary treatment approach.