Somatization
Somatization
Somatization (/soʊˌmætɪˈzeɪʃən/) is a psychological phenomenon in which a person experiences physical symptoms that have no identifiable physical origin. It is thought to be an expression of psychological distress through physical ways.
Etymology
The term "somatization" is derived from the Greek word "soma," which means body. It was first used in the context of psychology in the early 20th century to describe a condition where physical symptoms could not be explained by physical disease.
Related Terms
- Conversion disorder: A mental condition in which a person has blindness, paralysis, or other nervous system (neurologic) symptoms that cannot be explained by medical evaluation.
- Hypochondriasis: A condition characterized by a preoccupation with the fear of having a serious illness, despite medical testing and reassurance to the contrary.
- Psychosomatic illness: A disorder in which psychological stresses adversely affect physiological (somatic) functioning to the point of distress.
- Body dysmorphic disorder: A mental disorder in which you can't stop thinking about one or more perceived defects or flaws in your appearance.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Somatization
- Wikipedia's article - Somatization
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