In this segment of Lifequakes, hosts Jessica Reyes and Patricia Wu discuss the mental toll that a hospitalization can have on someone. Joined by Dr. Cortina Peters they dive into the anxiety people develop after an illness leaves them in the hospital as even after a full recovery many people can’t shake the thought that there’s something else wrong with their health.
Anxiety Triggers
Dr. Cortina says that one of the worst ways we commonly make anxiety worse is our access to information. If you’re concerned about your health, don’t torture yourself by doom-scrolling on WebMD.
When should you seek therapy?
If you have legitimate concerns about your health talk to your primary health provider to go over anything that’s on your mind. If you continue to stress about the state of your health then the best course of action may be to talk to a therapist about your mindset.
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