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Can emotional problems cause a serious physical ones?
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Mind and Body: worry: Hi i am sorry to hear that you are having some serious emotional problems. This is part of living, unfortunately. I think it is very wise of you to wonder if this can hurt you physically. I do know that emotional pain can hurt just like real pain. But, it is unlikely that serous harm will come to you body because your emotional state is fragile. But, please seek out some help with a good doc.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Emotional: Some can interfere with metabolism and cause serious physical problems, such as eating disorders, alcohol dependence & severe depression.
Answered 10/3/2016
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