Psychosomatic Diseases and Stress-Related Physical Ailments

Question 1

Which are characteristics of a somatoform disorder? Select all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

history of seeking medical care for multiple complaints over a period of years; unexplained symptoms; onset before age 30

Question 2

Hypochondriasis is characterized by

Revolt · Accepted Answer

fear that one has a serious illness.

Question 3

What is an example of body dysmorphic disorder?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A person focuses on his or her own body flaws.

Question 4

A person who has a conversion disorder may complain of which kinds of problems? Select all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

blindness; paralysis; numbness

Psychosomatic Diseases and Stress-Related Physical Ailments Answers