Difference between Hypochondriasis and Hypochondria

What is the difference between Hypochondriasis and Hypochondria?

Hypochondriasis as a noun is a mental disorder characterized by excessive fear of or preoccupation with a serious illness, despite medical testing and reassurance to the contrary. while Hypochondria as a noun is a psychological disorder characterized by excessive preoccupation or worry about having a serious illness.

We hope you now know whether to use Hypochondriasis or Hypochondria in your sentence.