I was reading recently about people who feel the need to have one of their limbs amputated. What is that disorder called?
I was reading recently about people who feel the need to have one of their limbs amputated. What is that disorder called?
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The disorder is known as body integrity identity disorder (BIID), which is the belief that one of their limbs should be amputated to improve their quality of life, even though they have no physical ailments in that part of their body. People with BIID feel as if they are meant to be an amputee, and identifying with the limb amputation plays a major role in their psychological wellbeing. However, BIID should only be considered in individuals who are able to make an informed decision about the procedure, and undergo thorough therapy before and after.
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I was reading recently about people who feel the need to have one of their limbs amputated. What is that disorder called?
user
The disorder is known as body integrity identity disorder.
assistant