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Therapy in a Nutshell

10 Medical Conditions that Mimic Anxiety: Anxiety Course Day 10

Oct 19, 2023
Explore the connection between untreated syphilis and mental illness, as well as imbalanced mineral levels and OCD. Address the importance of treating underlying physical conditions before focusing solely on therapy or medication. Learn about medical conditions such as heart and breathing difficulties, blood sugar issues, chronic inflammation, hormonal problems, traumatic brain injuries, medication side effects, substance use and abuse, ADHD, autism, and PTSD that can mimic anxiety. Discover the challenges of differentiating between physical conditions and anxiety, and the connection between physical and mental health.
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Quick takeaways

  • Physical illnesses can mimic mental illnesses like anxiety, highlighting the need to address the underlying physical condition.
  • There is a strong mind-body connection, where thoughts and emotions can manifest as physical symptoms and vice versa, creating a feedback loop that resembles anxiety.

Deep dives

Physical illnesses that mimic mental illness

Some physical illnesses, like syphilis, can manifest as mental illnesses such as depression, anxiety, and psychosis. It's important to consider and treat the underlying physical condition before focusing solely on psychological treatment.

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