Psychotic experiences are associated with health anxiety and functional somatic symptoms in preadolescence

ConclusionsThis is the first study to investigate the associations between PE and HA and FSS, respectively. PE were significantly associated with HA and FSS over and above general psychopathology in preadolescence. Individuals with PE expressed high levels of health ‐related fears and daily impact, but no corresponding help‐seeking behavior.
Source: Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry - Category: Psychiatry Authors: Tags: Original Article Source Type: research