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Caroline Crampton on the History of Hypochondria…and Her Own Struggles with Health Anxiety
KQED's Forum
Navigating Health Anxiety and Hypochondria
This chapter explores the intricate relationship between health anxiety and hypochondria, illustrated through listener experiences with inadequate healthcare responses. It examines historical perceptions and disparities in the treatment of health conditions, particularly among women, while addressing the influence of the internet on modern health anxieties, including the phenomenon of cyberchondria. The discussion emphasizes the ongoing struggle to discern genuine health concerns from anxiety-induced symptoms and promotes self-acceptance in managing one's health journey.
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