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psychogenic

Definition:

adjective

1. originating in the mind or mental processes rather than from a physiological cause.

2. relating to or caused by mental or emotional factors.

Sample Sentences:

1. Her doctor determined that her physical symptoms were psychogenic in nature, stemming from her anxiety disorder.

2. The psychogenic pain he experienced could not be explained by any physical injury or illness.

3. Psychogenic disorders, such as conversion disorder, are characterized by physical symptoms that have no underlying medical cause.

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