What is
Unexplained Medical Symptoms (psychosomatic)?

Unexplained Medical Symptoms (psychosomatic) can impact the mental health of individuals in different ways. Understanding and addressing it through therapy can lead to improved well-being and quality of life.

What Is It?

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.

Common Experiences

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.

How It Can Affect You

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.