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In which disorder does the client show a preoccupation with fears of a serious disease?
In which disorder does the client show a preoccupation with fears of a serious disease?
- Conversion Disorder
- Somatic Symptom Disorder
- Hypochondriasis (correct)
- Malingering
What distinguishes Conversion Disorder from Hypochondriasis?
What distinguishes Conversion Disorder from Hypochondriasis?
- Repeated visits to health care providers
- Presence of organic cause
- Use of home remedies
- Client's concern for symptoms (correct)
Which symptom is commonly associated with Conversion Disorder?
Which symptom is commonly associated with Conversion Disorder?
- Blindness (correct)
- Unconcerned by symptoms
- Excessive fear of serious disease
- Use of nonprescription medications
What characterizes the client in Hypochondriasis?
What characterizes the client in Hypochondriasis?
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Which disorder is marked by the extensive use of home remedies or nonprescription medications?
Which disorder is marked by the extensive use of home remedies or nonprescription medications?
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Study Notes
Hypochondriasis
- Characterized by excessive preoccupation with fears of having a serious disease
- Often marked by extensive use of home remedies or nonprescription medications
- Clients frequently visit multiple health care providers seeking reassurance
Conversion Disorder
- A physical symptom or deficit appears without any organic cause
- Common symptoms include:
- Blindness
- Deafness
- Paralysis
- Inability to talk
- Clients often exhibit "la belle indifference", showing a lack of concern for their symptoms
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Test your knowledge on hypochondriasis and conversion disorder. Learn about the key characteristics and differences between these psychological disorders.
