When does hypochondria start? Somatic symptom disorder usually starts in early adulthood. It may appear during recovery from a serious illness, or after a loved one or close friend becomes ill or dies. An underlying medical condition can trigger somatic symptom disorder.

What triggers hypochondria?

Symptoms and Causes

Childhood trauma, such as child abuse or neglect. Extreme stress. Health anxieties or other anxiety disorders in your family. Childhood illness or serious illness in your family during childhood.

Can you suddenly develop hypochondria?

Hypochondria is a mental health disorder. It usually starts in early adulthood and may show up after the person or someone they know has gone through an illness or after they've lost someone to a serious medical condition.