Definitions

1. noun

a theory that somatic sensations (e.g., bodily pain or fatigue) are a major factor in mental and emotional disorders.

“The psychologist’s approach to treating depression emphasized the importance of somatism in addressing her patients’ physical symptoms.”

2. noun

the study of the relationship between the body and the mind, particularly with respect to the role of bodily sensations in mental and emotional processes.

“The researcher’s work focused on the intersection of psychology and somatism to better understand the underlying causes of various mental health conditions.”