You're Not Crazy For Being Sick - Understanding Psychosomatic Illness

In today's video, we'll delve into the intricate topic of psychosomatic illness. This condition involves both psychological and physical components, intertwining the mind and body in the experience of illness. Learn more from Dr. K in his Guide to Mental Health: https://bit.ly/3DLlkCI Not sure which module to start on? Take our quiz: https://bit.ly/47dGzKj Join us as we embark on an exploration to comprehend the essence of psychosomatic illness—its nature, manifestations, and the interplay between mental and physical health. We'll aim to unravel its complexities, shedding light on what defines this condition and how it manifests in individuals. ▼ Timestamps ▼ ──────────── 00:00 - Introduction: What is psychosomatic illness? 08:12 - How alexithymia correlates with physical symptoms 19:58 - Irritable Bowel Syndrome 33:40 - Growing up around people with symptoms 38:26 - POTS 53:33 - Fibromyalgia 1:00:51 - Bringing it all together 1:17:13 - How do you reprogram yourself? 1:31:08 - Conclusion ──────────── DISCLAIMER Healthy Gamer is an online community and resource platform for gamers and their families. It does not provide medical services or professional counseling, and it is not a substitute for professional medical care. Our coaches are peer supporters, not professionally trained experts, and they cannot provide medical service. If you or a loved one are experiencing an emergency, please call your nation's emergency telephone number. All guests of Healthy Gamer are informed of the public, non-medical nature of the content and have expressly agreed to share their story. #healthygamergg #mentalhealth #psychosomatic