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Treatment For Hypochondria
As the definition of what is a mental illness keeps changing, treatment of conditions like Hypochondria also keeps varying from time to time.
Some psychiatrists provide anti-depressants, while others suggest CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) which is essentially a ‘correction’ of unhealthy behavioral patterns.
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Causes of Hypochondria
Causes of illness-related anxiety can be psychological, or due to existing mental health issues like depression, which can even be hereditary.
Sensational news reporting of the media (like we see today) is also a cause of health-related anxiety. This can lead to symptoms of common a...
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Hypochondria and Mental Disorders
- In the 17th and 18th centuries, hypochondria was considered a form of madness that arose from an internal imbalance. People suffering from mental illnesses were mostly sent to asylums.
- In the Late 19th century, Sigmund Freud considered it a byproduct of instinctual drives
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False Dichotomy
The subjective nature of hypochondria and the many variables in today’s complex world makes this problem difficult to fix.
Maybe mental illnesses are not to be cured in a traditional way, but something to be aware of, while enduring the uncertainty.
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Hypochondria
Hypochondria is a psychological disorder in which there is excessive worry about having a serious illness. Behavior patterns for Hypochondria include excessive washing of hands, disinfecting wounds, and frequent doctor visits. This can lead to a constant cycle of fear, worry and anxiety....
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Me, my brain and hypochondria: is fear of illness a problem or a curious blessing?
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