Posts Taggedillness anxiety

Unstable self-image: Shifting views of yourself; feeling competent one day and completely inadequate the next.
Chronic uncertainty: Unsure about your own likes, dislikes, values, or direction in life.
Dissociation: Feeling disconnected from your body or surroundings, especially during stress; feeling like an observer of your own life.
Low self-worth: Deep shame, self-criticism, or feeling fundamentally flawed or broken.

Health Anxiety Explained: When Worry About Illness Becomes the Illness

A psychologist explains health anxiety — what it is, how the worry cycle maintains itself, and the evidence-based treatments that genuinely help.