Comparison of Mental Health and Self-Image between the Applicants and Non-Applicants of Cosmetic Surgery

Background: given the importance of surgery due to its high rank in iran and its exorbitant costs, this study aimed to examine the mental health and self-image among the applicants of cosmetic surgery. methods: the study sample consisted of 180 individuals (90 applicants and 90 non-applicants) by using simple random sampling. research tools were scl90, beck’s self-image, and demographic questionnaires. data were analyzed using simple correlation, χ2, and multivariate statistics. results: results indicated that there were significant differences in obsession-compulsion, sensitivity in interpersonal relationships, depression, physical attractiveness, and social skills between two groups (sig <0.05). the scores of mental health and self-image among cosmetic surgery applicants were significantly lower than non-applicants. conclusion: therefore, clinical interviews and psychological counselling by psychiatric and psychologists is recommended, especially before cosmetic surgery.