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Can your mind create symptoms?

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Yes when your physical symptoms are caused or worsened by your mental state it is called as psychosomatism. People with mental illnesses can experience a range of physical symptoms, such as muscle tension, pain, headaches, insomnia, and feelings of restlessness.

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  1. Mind-Body Connection
    Yes, the mind can create physical symptoms. This is common in conditions like somatic symptom disorder or psychosomatic illnesses.

  2. Common Symptoms

    • Headaches
    • Stomach pain
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle tension
  3. Underlying Causes
    Stress, anxiety, and depression often contribute to these symptoms.

  4. Action Steps

    • Consult a healthcare professional for unexplained symptoms.
    • Address mental health to improve physical symptoms.
  5. Key Reminder
    Mental health is as crucial as physical health.

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Consult a Psychiatrist or Consult a Psychologist

Answered 20/08/2025

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