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I have obsessional thoughts that i consciously know are irrational( hypochondria fear of psychosis) how can i control this?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Hypochondria: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is often the most effective approach to treating hypochondria. Psychoeducation and exposure therapy have been used as well as treatment with antidepressant medications.

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Answered 5/30/2015

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