Caroline Crampton Libros

From a writer who grew up on the Estuary, this is a fresh take on the Thames, from source to sea

Drawing from personal experiences, the author explores hypochondria, a condition that is increasingly prevalent yet often overlooked. By intertwining history, memoir, and literary criticism, she examines its manifestations from Hippocrates to modern figures like Virginia Woolf and Marcel Proust. The narrative delves into the consequences of health anxiety on overall well-being and critiques the dangers of self-diagnosis in the digital age, shedding light on an invisible struggle affecting many.

Drawing from personal experiences, the author explores the often-silent struggle of health anxiety, or hypochondria, which is increasingly prevalent. By intertwining history, memoir, and literary criticism, she examines its effects from ancient times, including Hippocrates, to notable literary figures like Virginia Woolf and Marcel Proust, while also addressing contemporary issues such as Internet self-diagnosis. This comprehensive narrative sheds light on the profound impact of health anxiety on individuals' physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

A fascinating and revelatory cultural history of hypochondria, from Hippocrates to wellness influencers - for fans of Andrew Solomon and Siddhartha Mukherjee