psychogenic
[/ˌsaɪ.koʊˈdʒɛn.ɪk/]
adjective
psicogênico
1. Originating in the mind or mental processes rather than from physical causes; caused by psychological factors
The patient's pain was determined to be psychogenic rather than due to a physical injury.
A dor do paciente foi determinada como psicogênica em vez de ser causada por uma lesão física.
2. Relating to mental or emotional causes of physical symptoms or illness
Psychogenic disorders often manifest as physical symptoms despite having no organic basis.
Os transtornos psicogênicos frequentemente se manifestam como sintomas físicos apesar de não terem base orgânica.
This is a technical medical and psychological term widely used in both Brazil and the United States in clinical settings. In Brazil, there's growing awareness of psychogenic disorders as the population becomes more educated about mental health. The term reflects the mind-body connection that modern medicine increasingly recognizes, moving away from purely physical explanations of illness.
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