So we must ask the underlying questions: Where is all the BS coming from? How does one know when she’s full of it?

Unfortunately the source has not been found, though it is believed that it has existed since the dawn of the institution of marriage. A short-term condition (symptoms persist about one to two years depending on one’s wedding date), Bridezillas seem to have been unfairly blamed for their actions, for which some believe they have no control, albeit their control over everything else. In fact, it’s been proven that a Bridezilla actually does have feelings—feelings of selfishness, insecurity, anxiousness and stress!

Though it’s been said there is no cure, there are ways to prevent infection of BS. A survey of healthy brides, whom successfully planned their weddings without contracting the disease, was conducted. Results showed commonalities of the actions performed to avoid the disorder. Doctors, psychologists and wedding planners strongly suggest the following preventative therapy:

Keep perspective. Remind yourself that the wedding is only one day in your life. When things get out of control, close your eyes and remember the reason why you are planning this wedding in the first place.