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Psychosomatic Diseases and Stress-Related Physical Ailments

Question 9 • 2026-2027 EDGE Human Anatomy and Physiology A

Use the drop-down menu to select the best answer.Beth is always complaining that “something hurts.” Her doctor cannot identify a cause that explains her symptoms. Beth may have a .

Answer
A
conversion disorder
B
pain disorder
C
body dysmorphic disorder
D
psychosomatic disorder

Explanation

Pain disorder involves persistent pain that causes significant distress, even when a medical cause cannot be identified or fully explains the symptoms. Beth repeatedly complains that something hurts, and her doctor cannot find an explanatory cause, so pain disorder is the best answer. Conversion disorder involves neurological symptoms, while body dysmorphic disorder centers on perceived flaws in appearance.

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