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-iasis

-iasis In this historical source, “-iasis” is used as another name for hypochondria or hypochondriasis.

In this historical source, “-iasis” is used as another name for hypochondria or hypochondriasis. It refers to a state marked by persistent, excessive concern and anxiety about one’s bodily health and functions.

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Drafting source: Baldwin Dictionary of Philosophy and Psychology, 1901. 1901 New York Macmillan original; archive index checked 2026-10-18. “Hypochondria (or -iasis)” (Hypochondria).
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