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How Photo Editing and Filters Can Harm Your Body Image with Dr. Patrick Byrne

Cleveland Clinic Health Essentials Podcast
Cleveland Clinic Health Essentials Podcast
Episode • Feb 17, 2021 • 32m
It’s normal to feel self-conscious about a picture of yourself from time to time, but what happens when that self-judgment goes too far? Facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Patrick Byrne, MD, discusses how photo editing can affect your self-image. He examines how selfies and filters have created a culture of body dysmorphic disorder – ranging from depression and anxiety to seeking cosmetic surgery.