Cosmetic surgery may not always meet your expectations
A recent study suggests that women who have breast augmentation surgery done for cosmetic reasons are three times as likely to commit suicide than the general population. The researchers believe the problem stems from issues of low self-esteem and poor body image in women who have breast implants and suggested that surgeons should evaluate women for psychological problems before carrying out any such surgery.
In other words, if you think you are depressed or have other psychological challenges, you might find that plastic surgery might just be an escape for you and might even lead to addiction – something that is called the body dysmorphic disorder. Here are a few questions to ask when you want to have a cosmetic surgical procedure:
- How do I feel about myself/my body?
- How will I feel if my body would change?
- Is there any other way I can change my body? (For instance, can you get rid of that extra fat on the tummy through diet and exercise rather than a liposuction or tummytuck?)
-
Do I have low self esteem?
-
Do I have a poor body image?
-
What else is bothering me?
-
What will I do if I am still not satisfied with my body after cosmetic surgery?
And it does not hurt to consult a psychiatrist or your therapist as you make up your mind and review the reasons for plastic surgery. While most women see a significant jump in their self confidence, that may not always be the case.
Recommended article: How to build your self esteem?
If you enjoyed this post, please consider to leave a comment or subscribe to the feed and get future articles delivered to your feed reader.
Comments
No comments yet.
Sorry, the comment form is closed at this time.