Welcome to the BodyIntegrityDysphoria.com Forum.
We aim to become a reference point for the public, people affected by or believing to be affected by Body Integrity Dysphoria (BID).
We promote open discussion and transparency, with a focus on advocacy and raising awareness of the condition.

👋 Start Here

Before you do anything else, please head over to the 👉 Introduce Yourself section and write a short message.
This helps create a respectful and safe environment for everyone.

🔬 Openness to Dialogue

We warmly welcome researchers, physicians, clinicians, and curious individuals interested in BID.
Your respectful participation is appreciated and encouraged, provided that:

• 🛡️ Forum members' dignity, privacy, and safety are prioritised

• 🤝 The tone remains non-pathologising, non-judgemental, and open to complexity

• 📚 Scientific curiosity is balanced with empathy and caution

💬 Feedback & Issues

If you encounter technical problems, bugs, or have suggestions about the forum, post them in the 🛠️ Forum Announcements & Feedback section.

📜 Forum Rules

Please follow these basic principles to keep this community safe and supportive:

• ✅ Be respectful to others at all times

• 🚫 No offensive or hateful content

• 🔗 Avoid spam and irrelevant links

• 🔒 Respect privacy – do not share anyone’s personal information

• 🧠 Stay on topic – post in the relevant section

• 🗣️ Use inclusive and thoughtful language