Could I Be a Hypochondriac?
Hypochondriac Symptoms Being Preoccupied with Having a Serious Illness Because of Body Symptoms That Last for at Least Six Months. Having a History of Going to...
How do I know if I am a hypochondriac?
- Being preoccupied with having or getting a serious disease or health condition.
- Worrying that minor symptoms or body sensations mean you have a serious illness.
- Being easily alarmed about your health status.
- Finding little or no reassurance from doctor visits or negative test results.
Are hypochondriacs self aware?
Patients with hypochondriasis often are not aware that depression and anxiety produce their own physical symptoms, and mistake these symptoms for manifestations of another mental or physical disorder or disease.
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