Obsessive–compulsive and related conditions
Yale–Brown Obsessive Compulsive Scale modified for Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD-YBOCS)
Score interpretation for Yale–Brown Obsessive Compulsive Scale modified for Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD-YBOCS)
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- 2026-10-26
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- Score-entry tool
| Field | Instrument context |
|---|---|
| Version | BDD-YBOCS; twelve-item clinician interview |
| Respondent | Clinician |
| Purpose | Score interpretation for Yale–Brown Obsessive Compulsive Scale modified for Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD-YBOCS) |
Clinician score entry
Complete the BDD-specific interview and enter its scored total.
Scores stay in this page’s memory. Reset or leave the page to clear them. Use the exact instrument version and its authorized form.
Administration
Complete the BDD-specific interview and enter its scored total.
Scoring method
Twelve 0–4 ratings sum to 0–48, including the BDD-specific insight and avoidance items.
Interpretation & limitations
- Higher values indicate greater rated body-dysmorphic symptom severity. Interpret with functioning and direct clinical assessment.
- The OCD Y-BOCS total has a different range. Review self-harm concerns directly rather than inferring them from symptom burden.