What is Hypochondriasis?
2. What Are the Symptoms of Hypochondriasis?
Illness anxiety disorder is on the obsessive-compulsive spectrum. People with hypochondriasis obsess about their health. They scour the internet for the worst possible scenario for any mild or perceived symptom. They make numerous doctor’s appointments, trying to find a medical professional to verify what they’ve found online. It is common for them to remain on the lookout for new potential illnesses.
Another symptom that marks hypochondriasis is intense fear or worry. People who suffer from this disorder become alarmed easily when any small physical symptom appears. This anxiety, in turn, fuels their obsessive behaviors.
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