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How to handle health anxiety, with Karen Lynn Cassiday, PhD

How to handle health anxiety, with Karen Lynn Cassiday, PhD

Update: 2024-08-28
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For those with health anxiety, worrying about sickness can be a constant struggle that can harm their mental health, relationships and even physical health. Karen Lynn Cassiday, PhD, author of the book “Freedom from Health Anxiety,” talks about how to recognize health anxiety (once known as hypochondria), why the internet and “Dr. Google” can make health anxiety worse, and what to do if you or someone you love struggles with health anxiety.

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How to handle health anxiety, with Karen Lynn Cassiday, PhD

How to handle health anxiety, with Karen Lynn Cassiday, PhD

American Psychological Association