Neurosis
29 May 2025
Neurosis is a collective name for a group of mental disorders that are characterized by emotional and mental disturbances without losing touch with reality. This is a disorder in which a person is aware of his problems, suffers from them, but maintains a critical attitude to his condition. Unlike psychoses, neuroses do not cause profound changes in personality and distortion of perception of the world.Causes of neuroses
•Psychological trauma- experienced violence, loss of loved ones, divorce, chronic stress
•Psychoemotional overload- prolonged stress at work, school or in the family
•Internal conflicts- for example, a contradiction between desires and moral principles.
•Chronic diseases
•Personality traits- anxiety, suspiciousness, increased sensitivity
Main types of neuroses
1.Anxiety or generalized neurosis- characterized by a constant feeling of anxiety, panic, worry, emotional tension, a premonition of trouble. May be accompanied by somatic manifestations: tachycardia, tremors, sweating, general weakness.
2.Hysterical neurosis or hysterical personality disorder- manifests itself in demonstrative behavior, a tendency to exaggerate feelings, emotional lability. Speech and movement disorders, imaginary paralysis, fainting are possible.
3.Neurasthenia or asthenic neurosis- irritability, fatigue, headaches, insomnia prevail. Often develops against the background of chronic stress.
4.Obsessive-compulsive disorder or obsessive-compulsive neurosis- manifests itself in obsessive thoughts, fears and actions that a person considers absurd, but cannot stop.
5.Phobic disorders
Symptoms of neurosis
•Constant anxiety and restlessness
•Sleep disturbances; difficulty falling asleep, shallow sleep, nightmares
•Fatigue and irritability
•Tearfulness, sudden mood swings
•Decreased concentration
•Somatic complaints; headaches, heart pain, digestive disorders
•Obsessive thoughts or actions
Treatment
Treatment of neuroses requires a comprehensive approach and is selected individually depending on the form of the disorder, the severity of symptoms and the general condition of the patient. The main methods include:
•Psychotherapy
•Medication
•Lifestyle management
•Self-regulation skills training
•Family or group therapy
Early referral to a specialist significantly increases the effectiveness of treatment and helps to avoid complications.
Prevention
•Development of emotional intelligence and self-regulation skills
•Ability to cope with conflicts and stress
•Maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Experienced doctors of the Medical Center "Dalimed" are ready to help you cope with neurosis and return to a full, harmonious life. Do not postpone taking care of your mental health- sign up for a consultation today.