Hypochondria

• Possible association with traumatic experiences, losses and deprivation in childhood

• Possible relationship with high stress in the mother of the patient during pregnancy

(Cheung et al, 2002. British 1970 Birth cohort study . Malaise inventory)

Exposure to illness in caregiver, or interest in illnesses (illness leads to affection)

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