In the context of mental health, “hypochondriasis” refers to the constant fear of becoming ill. It is also known as “hypochondria”, a term coined by Shoma Morita, the founder of Morita Therapy. Morita Therapy is a treatment method that teaches individuals to accept their anxiety and suffering, rather than fleeing from or eliminating it. It encourages people to act on what needs to be done in daily life while embracing these feelings and to live constructively “accept thoughts as they are.”

The purpose of my research is to analyze the relationship between personality traits, hypochondriacal tendencies, and the quality of sleep among university students, while examining the positive impact of Morita Therapy. My goal is to propose new approaches to assist those suffering from hypochondria tendencies improving sleep quality in their social lives. Through this, I aim to contribute to the practical application of Morita’s concept of “cultivation and healing of hypochondriacal tendencies”, as well as to expand the range of Morita Therapy’s applications, thereby enhancing its significance.

Outside of my research, I have an interest in mindfulness, individual psychology, and Chinese philosophy. In the field of linguistics, I am intrigued by the similarities and differences between characters and pronunciations across different languages. My hobbies include music, and I enjoy listening to a wide variety of genres and singing.