special subjects
Idiopathic Environmental Intolerance
Treatment
Avoidance of suspected triggers Sometimes psychotherapy People with idiopathic environmental intolerance may try avoiding the toxic substances thought to cause their symptoms. However, avoidance may be difficult because many of these substances are widespread. Also, the substances being avoided may not be the true cause of symptoms, so avoidance may be ineffective. People should avoid too much social isolation. Psychotherapy can sometimes be helpful. The aim of psychotherapy is not to convince people that the cause of idiopathic environmental intolerance is psychologic. The aim, rather, is to enable people to cope with their symptoms and improve their quality of life. 