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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Me, my brain and hypochondria: is fear of illness a problem or a curious blessing?
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