Political
Political Asthma
Political Asthma (pronunciation: /pəˈlɪtɪkəl ˈæsmə/) is a term used in the field of Psychology and Political Science to describe a condition where an individual experiences physical symptoms, particularly breathing difficulties, triggered by political stress or anxiety.
Etymology
The term "Political Asthma" is a combination of the words "political", derived from the Greek word "politikos" meaning "of, for, or relating to citizens", and "asthma", a Greek word meaning "panting or shortness of breath". It was first used in the late 20th century to describe the physical manifestation of stress or anxiety caused by political events or discussions.
Related Terms
- Political Anxiety: A psychological condition characterized by excessive worry or fear related to political events or discussions.
- Political Stress: A type of stress induced by political events or discussions.
- Psychosomatic Illness: A physical illness or other condition caused or aggravated by a mental factor such as internal conflict or stress.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Political
- Wikipedia's article - Political
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