Glossary
Unexplained Medical Symptoms
Unexplained Medical Symptoms may significantly impact mental health. Individuals may benefit from therapeutic support.
Unexplained medical symptoms, often referred to as psychosomatic symptoms, are physical issues that have no identifiable medical cause. These symptoms are real and distressing, typically linked to emotional stress, anxiety, or underlying psychological factors affecting the body’s functioning.
People may report chronic pain, fatigue, gastrointestinal problems, or dizziness despite normal test results. Symptoms often appear or worsen during stressful periods. Individuals can feel frustrated, unheard, or dismissed by medical professionals when no physical explanation is found for their discomfort.
Psychosomatic symptoms can significantly affect daily life, leading to missed work, strained relationships, and emotional distress. Therapy, especially cognitive-behavioural therapy, helps individuals explore the mind-body connection, address emotional triggers, and develop healthier coping strategies to manage and reduce physical symptoms over time.
Providing coping strategies for managing unexplained medical symptoms
Creating a safe space to explore thoughts and emotions
Identifying triggers and underlying causes
Building resilience and improving self-compassion
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