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Cyberchondriasis

Divya Gigy , Divya Gigy

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Journal of Psychiatric Nursing 8(3):p 109-110, Sep-Dec 2019. | DOI: DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.21088/jpn.2277.9035.8319.5

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Divya Gigy. Cyberchondriasis. J Psychiatr Nurs. 2019;8(3):109–110.

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Cyberchondriasis is the excessive preoccupation with one’s health, often caused by erroneous internet information obtained after several hours of searching vast number of websites every day. On experiencing hypochondriasis it helpful to question ones ‘own beliefs, talking about the fears and concerns, not to shame oneself, meditating and deep breathing. The management includes psychiatric consultation and cognitive behavioral therapy.

Keywords: Cyberchondriasis; Hypochondriasis; Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).

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