Hypochondria Alert: A Glass Body & Fear of Breakable Health, Explained & Explored
Paris, France – In the late 14th century, a peculiar phenomenon emerged across Europe – individuals began to believe that their bodies were constructed entirely out of fragile glass. This bizarre delusion led to extreme fear and precautions, such as sleeping on piles of straw to prevent any potential shattering incidents. Fast forward to modern times, where author Caroline Crampton explores the intricate relationship between hypochondria and physical fragility in her book, “A Body Made …