The first step in addressing health anxiety is learning to differentiate normal worry from intense or irrational fear.
When we worry, we think about what could happen in our lives, but with health anxiety, we think about what is happening right now. We start to interpret physical sensations as signs of something more serious than what it actually is.” – Dr. Debra Kissen
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Dealing with Health Anxiety: How to Identify and Manage It - The Enlightened Mindset
Health anxiety is a condition where people become overly concerned about their health. This article provides an overview of how to identify and manage it by understanding the difference between normal worrying and irrational fears, challenging negative thoughts, focusing on relaxation techniques, reaching out for support, and seeking professional help.
