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Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders in DSM-5

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Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders in DSM-5

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic feature of the somatic symptom and related disorders category in DSM-5?

Abnormal thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in response to the somatic symptoms

Presence of prominent somatic symptoms

Associated with significant distress and impairment

Absence of a medical explanation for the symptoms (correct)

Which of the following is NOT one of the diagnoses included in the somatic symptom and related disorders category in DSM-5?

Psychological factors affecting other medical conditions

Illness anxiety disorder

Somatization disorder (correct)

Conversion disorder

According to the DSM-5 criteria for somatic symptom disorder, which of the following is NOT a required component of the diagnosis?

One or more somatic symptoms that result in significant disruption of daily life

A medical explanation for the somatic symptoms is absent (correct)

The somatic symptoms are associated with significant distress and impairment

Excessive thoughts, feelings, or behaviors related to the somatic symptoms

Which of the following is the most prominent feature that distinguishes the somatic symptom and related disorders category from the previous somatoform disorders category in DSM-IV?

The emphasis on positive symptoms and signs rather than the absence of a medical explanation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a diagnostic criterion for somatic symptom disorder that was not present in the previous somatoform disorders category in DSM-IV?

Excessive thoughts, feelings, or behaviors related to the somatic symptoms Signup and view all the answers

What is a distinguishing feature of Illness Anxiety Disorder according to the DSM-5?

Preoccupation with having or acquiring a serious illness Signup and view all the answers

In Conversion Disorder according to the DSM-5, what differentiates the symptom or deficit from recognized medical conditions?

Incompatibility with recognized medical conditions Signup and view all the answers

Which type of individuals with Conversion Disorder frequently avoid seeking medical care according to the DSM-5?

Those with weakness or paralysis symptoms Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of individuals with Illness Anxiety Disorder regarding their health status anxiety?

Easily alarmed about health with high anxiety level Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect that must be present to support the diagnosis of Conversion Disorder?

Associated features indicative of neurological disease Signup and view all the answers