What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
psychogenic
Example
Her stomach pain was psychogenic and caused by stress. [psychogenic: adjective]
Example
The doctor suspected that the patient's symptoms were psychogenic in nature. [psychogenic: adjective]
psychosomatic
Example
The patient's headaches were likely psychosomatic and caused by anxiety. [psychosomatic: adjective]
Example
Stress can lead to psychosomatic symptoms such as muscle tension and digestive issues. [psychosomatic: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Psychosomatic is more commonly used than psychogenic in everyday language and covers a wider range of conditions and symptoms.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between psychogenic and psychosomatic?
Psychogenic is more commonly used in academic or technical contexts and may be considered more formal than psychosomatic.
