Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

neurose

Noun

nuh-ROH-sees

Definition

A psychological condition characterized by anxiety, phobias, or obsessive thoughts that lead to distress but do not involve losing touch with reality.

Examples

She was diagnosed with a neurosis that made her excessively worry about small details.
His neuroses often kept him from enjoying social situations.
Therapy can help manage the symptoms of neuroses.

Meaning

Neurosis refers to a range of mental health issues that cause emotional distress, affecting a person’s ability to function normally in daily life. Unlike psychosis, individuals with neuroses retain their sense of reality.