Tag: somatization disorder

November 16, 2025 / Mohammed looti

PITHIATISM

Introduction to Pithiatism: Definition and Context Pithiatism is an historical term in medical psychology and neurology, primarily functioning as a predecessor for classifications now encompassed under Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders, most closely aligning with concepts related to Conversion Disorder (Functional Neurological Symptom Disorder) and the defunct category of Somatization Disorder. Proposed by the influential […]

October 18, 2025 / Mohammed looti

POLYSURGICAL ADDICTION

Polysurgical Addiction The Core Definition of Polysurgical Addiction Polysurgical addiction, sometimes referred to as surgical dependence or pathological surgery-seeking, describes a rare but profoundly serious psychological condition marked by a compulsive urge to undergo continual, often invasive, surgical procedures even when no genuine or necessary organic pathology can be identified by objective medical assessment. This […]