Hypochondriasis (Illness Anxiety Disorder): Symptoms, Causes & Treatment | CanadaQBank
Hypochondriasis, now known as Illness Anxiety Disorder (IAD), is a mental health condition where individuals excessively worry about having a serious illness despite minimal or no symptoms. Do you know how to recognize and manage it effectively? In this high-yield medical video, we cover its clinical features, diagnosis, and treatment—plus real-life clinical vignettes to test your knowledge.
What You’ll Learn in This Video:
What is Hypochondriasis? – Definition & DSM-5 criteria
Common Symptoms – Excessive health-related anxiety, frequent doctor visits, reassurance-seeking
Key Risk Factors – Past trauma, high health awareness, somatic symptom disorders
Diagnosis & Differentiation – How it differs from somatic symptom disorder & OCD
Treatment Options – Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), SSRIs, patient education
Prognosis & Long-Term Management – Strategies to reduce anxiety and improve daily function
Clinical Vignettes – Real-world cases to test your clinical reasoning
Perfect for medical students, healthcare professionals, and exam takers preparing for the USMLE, MCCQE, NCLEX, and PLAB!
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