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Psychosomatic

Verb / saɪˌkəʊsʌˈmætɪk / Another word for psychosomatic — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Psychosomatic means relating to or involving both the mind and the body. It refers to physical symptoms that are caused or worsened by mental or emotional factors.

Synonyms & similar words

mind-body psychogenic emotional mental psychological stress-related functional imaginary nonorganic neuropsychiatric somatic nonphysical psychopathological neurotic psychiatric psychal psychophysiological psychogenic psychological psychal

Example sentences

  1. His stomachaches were psychosomatic, caused by his anxiety about the upcoming test.
  2. She experienced psychosomatic symptoms such as a racing heartbeat and sweating when she was nervous.
  3. The doctor explained that the patient's back pain was psychosomatic and not due to any physical injury.
  4. I learned in class that psychosomatic illnesses are real and can be caused by stress.
  5. The therapist helped her understand that her physical symptoms were psychosomatic and related to her emotional state.

Quotes

  • The mind and body are not separate. What affects one, affects the other. - Anonymous
  • Your body hears everything your mind says. - Naomi Judd
  • The human mind and body are not separate, but are interwoven as one. - Anonymous

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