Neurosis is a complex and often misunderstood mental illness. Unlike some other mental disorders, which may have a clearer biological basis, neurosis is primarily associated with psychological factors. Anxiety, obsessive thoughts, compulsive behavior, irrational fears are some common signs of neurosis. Relationship between neurosis and physical symptoms Although neurosis has predominantly mental roots, it can cause a range of physical symptoms. One of the most painful manifestations is a feeling of squeezing and burning in the chest. These sensations are closely related to the body's response to stress. The Body's Response to Stress When we encounter stress, whether it be a perceived threat or an internal conflict, our body responds by releasing stress hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline. These hormones prepare us for the fight-or-flight response by increasing our heart rate, redirecting blood flow, and tightening our muscles. Chest Sensations Explained Chest sensations that occur with neurosis may be related to this stress response. Here's how it works: 1. Muscle tension: The muscles of the body, including the chest, tighten in response to stress. This tension can cause a feeling of tightness or constriction in the chest.2. Increased heart rate: Stress hormones cause the heart rate to increase, resulting in a racing heart. This increased focus on the heartbeat may be mistaken for a burning sensation.3. Hyperventilation: Many people suffering from neuroses begin to breathe shallowly and rapidly during periods of severe anxiety. Hyperventilation reduces the level of carbon dioxide in the blood, which contributes to a tingling or burning sensation in the chest.4. Impact on the Gastrointestinal Tract: Stress can also affect the gastrointestinal tract, causing symptoms such as indigestion, acid reflux, or a burning sensation in the chest or upper abdomen. Managing Chest Sensations During NeurosisChest sensations associated with neurosis include: are indeed alarming, but they are not a sign of a cardiac emergency. Recognizing that they are the result of a stress response can help a person better cope with these symptoms:1. Breathing Exercises: Practicing deep breathing can help relieve chest discomfort by reducing hyperventilation and promoting relaxation.2. CBT. Cognitive behavioral therapy is an effective therapeutic method for the treatment of neuroses. It helps people identify and change irrational thinking patterns, which ultimately leads to a reduction in physical symptoms and anxiety.3. Drug treatment: Sometimes drug treatment may be prescribed to relieve symptoms of neurosis, including chest discomfort. These medications are usually prescribed by a mental health professional.4. Lifestyle modifications: Regular exercise, a healthy diet and adequate sleep can help reduce general anxiety and stress. I would be happy to help you cope with this problem in my psychotherapy course. 1) My “Course for overcoming depression, anxiety and neurosis”. 2) Book "Self-help for neurosis - 15 techniques for fear and anxiety." 3) My courses for psychologists and clients: