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Which disorder is characterized by exhibiting symptoms that indicate sensory or neurologic impairment not supported by diagnostic testing?
Which disorder is characterized by exhibiting symptoms that indicate sensory or neurologic impairment not supported by diagnostic testing?
- Hypochondriasis
- Munchausen Syndrome
- Somatic Disorder
- Conversion Disorder (correct)
Which disorder is characterized by increased body sensations with extreme anxiety and fear of possibility of having a serious undiagnosed illness?
Which disorder is characterized by increased body sensations with extreme anxiety and fear of possibility of having a serious undiagnosed illness?
- Conversion Disorder
- Somatic Disorder
- Hypochondriasis (correct)
- Munchausen Syndrome
Which disorder is characterized by exhibiting symptoms that suggest physical illness or injury but there are no medical findings to explain these symptoms?
Which disorder is characterized by exhibiting symptoms that suggest physical illness or injury but there are no medical findings to explain these symptoms?
- Conversion Disorder
- Somatic Disorder (correct)
- Munchausen Syndrome
- Hypochondriasis
Which disorder is characterized by faking an illness for attention?
Which disorder is characterized by faking an illness for attention?
Which disorder is thought to be most commonly caused by family stress and abuse in children and adolescents?
Which disorder is thought to be most commonly caused by family stress and abuse in children and adolescents?
Which treatment option involves using the power of suggestion to help individuals make positive changes in their thoughts and behaviors?
Which treatment option involves using the power of suggestion to help individuals make positive changes in their thoughts and behaviors?
Which treatment option focuses on changing specific behaviors through rewards and consequences?
Which treatment option focuses on changing specific behaviors through rewards and consequences?
Which treatment option involves using natural substances to support overall well-being and reduce symptoms?
Which treatment option involves using natural substances to support overall well-being and reduce symptoms?
Which disorder is characterized by increased levels of anxiety about situations on most days over a period of at least 6 months?
Which disorder is characterized by increased levels of anxiety about situations on most days over a period of at least 6 months?
Which disorder is characterized by recurrent and unexpected panic attacks, with intense feelings of fear or terror that occur suddenly?
Which disorder is characterized by recurrent and unexpected panic attacks, with intense feelings of fear or terror that occur suddenly?
Which disorder is characterized by excessive fear of any social situations and intense discomfort while being watched?
Which disorder is characterized by excessive fear of any social situations and intense discomfort while being watched?
Which medication is a benzodiazepine commonly used to treat anxiety disorders?
Which medication is a benzodiazepine commonly used to treat anxiety disorders?
Which medication works on anxiety and nerve pain?
Which medication works on anxiety and nerve pain?
Which medication is a beta-blocker used to treat hypertension and heightened anxiety in social phobias?
Which medication is a beta-blocker used to treat hypertension and heightened anxiety in social phobias?
Which treatment option focuses on replacing negative thoughts and behaviors with positive productive ones?
Which treatment option focuses on replacing negative thoughts and behaviors with positive productive ones?
Which treatment option involves using antidepressants as the first choice for generalized anxiety?
Which treatment option involves using antidepressants as the first choice for generalized anxiety?
Which treatment option works on anxiety and nerve pain?
Which treatment option works on anxiety and nerve pain?
Which fear is characterized by an intense fear of heights?
Which fear is characterized by an intense fear of heights?
Study Notes
Somatic Disorders
- Symptoms indicate sensory or neurologic impairment, lacking diagnostic support: Conversion Disorder.
- Exhibiting symptoms suggesting physical illness without medical findings: Somatic Symptom Disorder.
- Fake illness for attention demonstrates: Factitious Disorder.
- Family stress and abuse in children can lead to: Somatic Symptom Disorder.
Anxiety Disorders
- High anxiety about various situations lasting at least 6 months indicates: Generalized Anxiety Disorder.
- Characterized by recurrent, unexpected panic attacks with sudden intense fear: Panic Disorder.
- Excessive fear of social situations resulting in discomfort when observed is termed: Social Anxiety Disorder.
Treatment Options for Anxiety Disorders
- Hypnotherapy uses suggestion to instigate positive change in thoughts and behaviors.
- Behavior Modification involves altering specific behaviors through rewards and consequences.
- Using Natural Remedies can support well-being and alleviate symptoms.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on replacing negative thoughts and behaviors with positive ones.
- Medication often involves antidepressants as the first-line treatment for generalized anxiety, particularly SSRIs.
- Benzodiazepines, such as Diazepam, are commonly prescribed for anxiety disorders.
- Gabapentin is effective in treating both anxiety and nerve pain.
- Beta-blockers, such as Propranolol, are used to manage hypertension and intense anxiety in social situations.
Specific Fears
- An intense fear of heights is known as: Acrophobia.
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Test your knowledge of somatic disorders such as hysteria, hypochondriasis, and conversion disorder. Learn about the symptoms, causes, and treatment options for these conditions in this informative quiz.
