Psychosomatic Disorders
By Crystal Tsui
Psychosomatic disorder affects both mind and body and it occurs when a physical disease is exacerbated or caused by mental factors or vice versa. Psychological factors can cause physical symptoms when there is no physical disease. There are many factors that are involved with psychosomatic disorders, such as
- Biological traits
- Genetic and environmental factors
- Family influences
- Learned behavior
Some symptoms of psychosomatic disorders include:
- Generalized pain
- Weakness
- Fatigue
- Shortness of breath
There are many physical diseases and conditions that are prone to be exacerbated by psychological factors. Some conditions include:
- Hypertension
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Dyspnea
- Tachypnea
- Tachycardia
Cognitive behavioral therapy is often the treatment for psychosomatic disorders and it helps individuals cope with their problems (eg. stress, anxiety, depression) and understand that their mental health is connected to their physical health. Most healthcare professionals try to treat the individual, taking into account the mental, social, and physical factors that may contribute to a disease.
If you or someone you know has psychosomatic disorder, please contact our psychotherapy offices in New York or New Jersey to talk to one of our licensed professional psychologists, psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, or psychotherapists at Arista Counseling & Psychotherapy. Contact our Paramus, NJ or Manhattan, NY offices respectively, at (201) 368-3700 or (212) 722-1920 to set up an appointment. For more information, please visit http://www.counselingpsychotherapynjny.com/ .
Sources:
https://centerforanxietydisorders.com/treatment-programs/psychosomatic-disorders/
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