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Hypochondria

usgb/ˌhaɪpəˈkɑːndriə/Volume
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Psychological Origin

Understand that 'hypochondria' is about a person's beliefs, not actual symptoms.

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Despite feeling healthy, Emma's hypochondria made her worry about heart disease.
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Not Amused

'Hypochondria' is sensitive; don't use it to make fun of someone's concerns.

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When Mike mentioned his hypochondria, his friends nodded sympathetically.
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Medical Context

Use 'hypochondria' primarily in discussions about health or psychological conditions.

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The doctor reassured her that her symptoms were just hypochondria.
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