Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders Quiz
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What is the term 'soma' defined as in the context of somatoform disorders?

  • The Greek word for body (correct)
  • The expression of psychological stress through bodily symptoms
  • The conversion of psychological conflicts into bodily symptoms
  • The manifestation of psychological conflicts into bodily symptoms

    • Which disorder is characterized by individuals being convinced that symptoms are related to organic pathology and rejecting the role of stress?

  • Factitious disorder
  • Somatic symptom disorder (correct)
  • Conversion disorder
  • Illness anxiety disorder

    • What is the primary gain associated with somatic symptom disorder (SSD)?

  • Financial compensation
  • Social support
  • Attention from healthcare professionals
  • Anxiety relief (correct)

    • Which disorder is characterized by symptoms that are frequently exaggerated, dramatic, and vague?

    <p>Somatic symptom disorder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term 'somatic' defined as in the context of somatoform disorders?

    <p>The expression of psychological stress through physical symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

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