Body Dysmorphic Disorder Screener (COPS)
Do you obsess over a perceived flaw in your appearance? The COPS screens for common body dysmorphic signals.
Body dysmorphic disorder involves obsessive concern with perceived flaws in appearance. This screener helps identify whether you might benefit from professional support. Based on the BDDQ framework.
When appearance concerns become overwhelming
Everyone has things they don't like about their appearance. But when these concerns become obsessive, time-consuming, and cause significant distress, it may be body dysmorphic disorder (BDD).
The Body Dysmorphic Disorder Screener (COPS) asks about common BDD symptoms: preoccupation with perceived flaws, repetitive behaviors (mirror checking, camouflaging), and the impact on daily life.
What the scores mean
- Lower scores: Appearance concerns are within normal range
- Higher scores: Further evaluation for BDD may be warranted
About BDD
Body dysmorphic disorder affects about 1-2% of the population. It involves obsessive focus on one or more perceived flaws in appearance — flaws that are either minor or not observable to others.
BDD is associated with:
- Significant distress and impairment
- Social avoidance
- Depression and anxiety
- In some cases, unnecessary cosmetic procedures
This is a screening tool, not a diagnosis. If your results concern you, please speak with a healthcare professional.
Result Interpretation
After completing the 9 questions, you'll receive an immediate, detailed report with:
- Your score — calculated automatically based on your responses
- Score interpretation — what your score means in practical terms
- Context — how your results compare to general population norms where available
All results are displayed on screen. No account or login needed.