Conclusions
depressive mood
In conclusion, the results from this pilot study suggest that ACT with Compassion has
potential to reduce BDD symptoms, shame, and self-criticism, and in addition,
improve depressive mood and patients’ quality of life. Also, the treatment was
considered acceptable to the patients. Feedback and study results will be used to
guide further development of the treatment protocol and future research that
explores treatment moderators and mechanisms of change and evaluates efficacy of the
intervention compared to other treatments in a larger randomized controlled
trial.