At Orlando Treatment Solutions, we have employed a highly dedicated team to assist people in regaining their lives, which are lost under the weight of somatic symptom disorder and health-related anxiety disorders. When you have sustained physical symptoms that are not responding as they should and are contributing to inappropriate worry or preoccupation with health, you do not need to go it alone.
What is Somatic Symptom Disorder?
Somatic symptom disorder is characterized by sustained physical symptoms, one or more in number, which bring about much distress or difficulty with daily living. The problem with SSD is not only the symptom but also too many thoughts, excessive worry about health or symptoms, and giving too much time and energy to the symptoms or health issues.
Although serious illness has been tested out or the symptoms are disproportionate to the medical results, the distress is real and the suffering is legitimate. At Orlando Treatment Solutions, we know the physical and psychological components of the SSD and offer comprehensive services.
Symptoms of Somatic Symptom Disorder
SSD may be characterized by symptoms and signs that are diverse and unlimited, although the following are among the key aspects that should be taken into consideration:
- Bodily experiences e.g. pain, fatigue or weakness, shortness of breath, vertigo/ other pain to the body, however, there is no overt medical reason, that can be identified.
- Thought or action saturation with regard to the symptoms:
- One lives in constant fear of being sick with something serious.
- Viewing mediocre or minor body emotions as a threat.
- Testimonies: After the body has been tested to establish the presence of illness or repeated visits/tests by the medical professionals, a testimony is made regardless of being convinced that everything is okay.
- Fear of symptoms (high level of health anxiety or fear )- seven months or above.
- Disability in daily life: Since focus is placed on the symptoms, the functional impairment at the workplace, during social life, and even in relationships may suffer greatly.
So, in case the same thing has been occurring to you, then you may need to consider particular therapy.
Treatment Approach at Orlando Treatment Solutions
At Orlando Treatment Solutions, we are attempting to help you decrease the level of distress arising because of symptoms and to enhance your daily functioning capacities. We will treat them through the following approach:
1. Psychotherapy -
Coming in the form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), it has been seen to be very effective with SSD. It can assist you to question and modify the beliefs and expectations regarding physical symptoms, lessen health anxiety, teach coping skills, decrease avoidance behaviours and enhance functioning.
2. Medications -
In other instances, antidepressant drugs can be introduced, particularly when you are also depressed or are experiencing pain. Your prescription shall be closely followed.
3. Lifestyle/self-help interventions -
We suggest behaviors like stress management (e.g. progressive muscle relaxation), gradual exercise, remaining socially and occupationally active (despite symptomatology), avoiding overutilization of medical care/tests, and collaboration with all caregivers to establish an action plan.
4. Holistic nursing and therapy -
Your treatment at Orlando Treatment Solutions Integrates care professionals and medical and wellness care to develop an integrated treatment plan, not disintegrated care.
When you are plagued with constant physical ailments and worry much about what is happening with your health, then it is time to stop the cycle. Call Orlando Treatment Solutions today and have a similar confidential consultation and start developing the path of relief and a better life. We have an experienced team that is also willing to coach you through.
Take the Next Step
Stop living your life run by constant bodily pain and anxiety. The specialization of Orlando Treatment Solutions is to assist the somatic symptom disorder victims to regain their functioning, gain confidence, and return to their normal functioning.
Call us at (321) 415-3213 today to find a time to have your first assessment. We want to walk with you to a recovery journey since you should have a life without always experiencing the symptoms and worrying about them.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Is somatic symptom disorder “all in my head”?
A1: No. While SSD involves psychological factors, the physical symptoms you experience are real and distressing. They are not made up or imagined. The main issue is the way the body, mind and emotions interact, but the suffering is genuine.
Q2: Do I need to stop seeing doctors for my symptoms entirely?
A2: Not at all. It’s important to keep up with your medical care and rule out underlying physical illness. However, once serious conditions are excluded, our focus shifts toward integrated care that includes your mental-emotional health. The aim is to avoid excessive medical testing or referrals that may fuel anxiety rather than relieve it.
Q3: How long does treatment take?
A3: The duration varies by individual. With consistent therapy and support, many people see improvement over months. The key is engagement, patience, and following the coordinated treatment plan alongside your provider at Orlando Treatment Solutions.
Q4: Will medication alone fix the problem?
A4: Medication may help, especially if depression or pain are present, but on its own it’s rarely sufficient. The best outcomes come from combined psychotherapy, lifestyle changes and coordinated care.
Q5: Can this condition be prevented or stopped from worsening?
A5: Early recognition and treatment help. If you have persistent physical symptoms plus high health anxiety, addressing the issue early may prevent further impairment. Learning stress management, staying active, maintaining social engagement and avoiding health-care over-use are preventive steps.
