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How can you deal with hypochondria?

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Dr. Barbara Lavi answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

In psychotherapy: Like with any issue, i would work with the person to uncover the triggers behind the hypochondria. Once you understand the issues behind the fears, you can begin to allieve the fears and reduce the need for the symptoms.

Answered 9/28/2016

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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 when warranted.

Answered 5/29/2015

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Choose a doc: and listen to what he/she says. Then see a mental health profession like a clinical psychologist who specializes in health psychology. Peace and good health.

Answered 9/28/2016

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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 when warranted.

Answered 5/29/2015

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