ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Hypochondria

Hypochondria is when people think they are sick all the time, even when they are not. It's like when you think you have a tummy ache, but really your tummy is just fine. People with hypochondria might worry about every little thing that happens to their body, like a headache or a scratchy throat. They might go to the doctor a lot or spend a lot of time looking up symptoms online. Sometimes, people with hypochondria might even feel scared or worried all the time because they think something bad might happen to them. But it's important to know that even though it might feel real, hypochondria is just a feeling, and doctors can help people find ways to feel better.