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title: "Childhood Abuse, Body Shame, and Addictive Plastic Surgery: The Face of Trauma"
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# Childhood Abuse, Body Shame, and Addictive Plastic Surgery: The Face of Trauma

**Brand:** mark b. constantian
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- **What is this?** Childhood Abuse, Body Shame, and Addictive Plastic Surgery: The Face of Trauma by mark b. constantian
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Childhood Abuse, Body Shame, and Addictive Plastic Surgery: The Face of Trauma

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    a masterful work
  

*by D***E on Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2019*

Dr. Constantian's book is a definitive work on the present day obsession of a select population addicted to cosmetic surgery and the underlying causes that brings such a person into a surgical spiral, resulting in a never-ending quest to "look Better."If you are a doctor, friend or relative or even someone with  Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), this book is for you. Dr. Constantian pulls all the elements together from a neurological and professional point of view. I was intrigued by the immutable relationship between BDD and PTSD and childhood trauma. Most of us have suffered from some form of bullying or abuse as a child or grown up. The unquenchable quest to improve one's appearance is different from the average cosmetic surgery patient , merely wanting to improve his or her appearance to feel better about themselves. He aptly points out that plastic surgery can change the way you look, it cannot change your past or the world in which you live.Dr. Constantian's anecdotal history of his BDD patients is written like a master novelist. I felt like I was in the exam room, seeing what he sees and feeling what he feels. It is obvious he has a love of all his patients and is dedicated to improving the patient's life, surgically and psychologically. Kudos to Dr. Constantian, you have taken on a timely and sensitive subject in an artful  and professional manner.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Great literature combined with great research and insights
  

*by C***R on Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2019*

I'm an ENT surgeon who performed rhinoplasties in NH. I've known Dr Constantian's  work since the mid 1980's.  He is at the pinnacle of the plastic surgery world and widely esteemed.  I have personally seen his surgical results and can attest that he is the finest plastic surgeon I have observed. This statement includes noted plastic surgeons whose work I observed in Beverly Hills, NYC, London, Palm Beach and elsewhere during my fellowship training.  I mention this to emphasize that this book is from a professional who is the top person in his field.  This books target audience includes plastic surgeons, mental health workers,  and anyone interested in understanding the range of consequences of childhood abuse and neglect.  He delves into the fruits of neglect and abuse including not just body dysmorphic disorder but also drug addiction, sex addiction, eating disorders, obesity, plastic-surgery addiction, depression,  and obesity. An important insight is that these disorders are the "solution" that the individual has been compelled to adopt.  He approaches a range of questions such as "what creates self-worth" and emotional resilience. The writing style is polished and engaging.  The substance is fascinating and delivered by multiple attention absorbing means.  This includes vignettes of patient encounters coupled with in depth research and insights.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    A wonderful book on a difficult topic
  

*by H***S on Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2021*

Dr. Constantian's book offers superb insight into the relationship between BDD and psychological trauma. His book is well-written and thorough. It will be useful to the neophyte surgeon as well as one with years of experience.

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