Meaning 1neutral · 82%
Relating to a person's mind, emotions, or mental well-being.
Natural examples
Nach dem Unfall brauchte sie psychische Unterstützung.
After the accident, she needed mental health support.
Langer Stress kann psychische Folgen haben.
Long-term stress can have psychological effects.
Der Bericht unterscheidet psychische von körperlichen Beschwerden.
The report distinguishes mental from physical symptoms.
Usage note
It is often contrasted with körperlich: mental and physical strain. It is a descriptive term, not a diagnosis.
Mini-lesson: psychisch
Relating to a person's mind, emotions, or mental well-being. It is often contrasted with körperlich: mental and physical strain. It is a descriptive term, not a diagnosis.
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