Somatic Symptoms and Disorders
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Somatic Symptoms and Disorders

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Which disorder is characterized by individuals knowingly and deliberately causing themselves to be physically ill or injured?

  • Anxiety disorder
  • Feeding disorder
  • Depressive disorder
  • Factitious disorder (correct)

    • Which disorder can be imposed on oneself or imposed on another individual?

  • Factitious disorder (correct)
  • Feeding disorder
  • Depressive disorder
  • Anxiety disorder

    • Which disorder tends to occur during adolescence and adulthood?

  • Feeding disorder
  • Factitious disorder
  • Anxiety disorder
  • Eating disorder (correct)

    • What is the major difference between feeding disorders and eating disorders?

    <p>Feeding disorders occur in infants and children, while eating disorders occur in adolescence and adulthood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder requires an intense fear of weight gain or becoming fat?

    <p>Anorexia nervosa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder is the most common of the eating disorders?

    <p>Binge eating disorder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder is characterized by selective or picky eating?

    <p>Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder involves eating of non-food substances on a regular basis?

    <p>Pica</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder can be diagnosed along with another condition in the feeding and eating disorders category?

    <p>Pica</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder is often diagnosed following hospitalization for a physical or mental condition?

    <p>Factitious disorder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the DSM-5 category of somatic symptom and related disorders?

    <p>A category of disorders characterized by physical symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of a somatic symptom disorder?

    <p>Intense focus on physical illness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When may a somatic symptom disorder be diagnosed?

    <p>When an individual reports distress and impairment related to somatic symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true about somatic symptom and related disorders?

    <p>Physical symptoms may not have a medical explanation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are somatic symptoms and related disorders typically uncovered?

    <p>In medical settings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When are diagnoses in the somatic symptom and related disorders category considered?

    <p>When medical workups and treatments do not produce symptom relief</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Table 14.10 in the text?

    <p>To list disorders included in the somatic symptom and related disorders category</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of individuals experiencing somatic symptom and related disorders?

    <p>Physical illness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of a conversion disorder?

    <p>Functional neurological symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of diagnoses in the somatic symptom and related disorders category?

    <p>To identify individuals with distress and impairment related to somatic symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key feature of binge eating disorder?

    <p>Experiencing distress or guilt after a binge eating episode</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often must a person engage in binge eating to be diagnosed with binge eating disorder?

    <p>Once a week over a period of three months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What differentiates binge eating disorder from occasional bingeing behaviors?

    <p>Binge eating disorder is characterized by a loss of control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a compensatory behavior associated with binge eating disorder?

    <p>Restricting food intake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is most likely to be affected by binge eating disorder?

    <p>Individuals seeking to lose weight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does binge eating disorder occur?

    <p>At least once a week over a period of three months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between binge eating disorder and bulimia nervosa?

    <p>Binge eating disorder involves compensatory behaviors, while bulimia nervosa does not</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What emotions are commonly experienced after a binge eating episode in individuals with binge eating disorder?

    <p>Distress and guilt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a symptom of binge eating disorder?

    <p>Feeling a sense of control while binge eating</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common behavior associated with binge eating disorder?

    <p>Eating an abnormally large amount of food in a short period of time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder tends to occur during early adulthood and often follows hospitalization for a physical or mental condition?

    <p>Factitious disorder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder is often defined by selective or picky eating?

    <p>Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder requires an intense fear of weight gain or becoming fat as well as extreme discomfort in the individual's perception of their own body weight and shape?

    <p>Anorexia nervosa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder is characterized by problems with consuming food and absorbing nutrients, which can lead to physical and emotional health problems?

    <p>Eating disorders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder is the result of food preferences and perceived intolerances?

    <p>Feeding disorders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder involves individuals knowingly and deliberately causing themselves to be physically ill or injured?

    <p>Factitious disorder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder is the most common of the eating disorders?

    <p>Binge eating disorder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder is often seen in infants and children?

    <p>Feeding disorders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder involves individuals purposely exposing themselves to illness or injury or exaggerating their symptoms to appear sicker than they actually are?

    <p>Factitious disorder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder can be imposed on oneself or imposed on another individual?

    <p>Factitious disorder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which category of disorders is characterized by an intense focus on symptoms of physical illness or pain?

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

    What is the purpose of diagnoses in the somatic symptom and related disorders category?

    <p>To assess distress and impairment related to somatic symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When may a somatic symptom disorder be diagnosed?

    <p>When an individual reports significant distress and impairment related to somatic symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are somatic symptoms and related disorders typically uncovered?

    <p>In medical settings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder involves intentionally causing oneself to be physically ill or injured?

    <p>Factitious disorder imposed on self</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of a conversion disorder?

    <p>Presence of neurological symptoms without a medical explanation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder can be diagnosed along with another condition in the feeding and eating disorders category?

    <p>Other specified somatic symptom and related disorder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder is often diagnosed following hospitalization for a physical or mental condition?

    <p>Conversion disorder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of individuals experiencing somatic symptom and related disorders?

    <p>Physical symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the DSM-5 category of somatic symptom and related disorders?

    <p>Disorders characterized by intense focus on physical symptoms and significant distress and impairment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key difference between binge eating disorder and bulimia nervosa?

    <p>People with bulimia nervosa engage in compensatory behaviors, while people with binge eating disorder do not.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key feature of binge eating disorder?

    <p>Feelings of distress, disgust, depression, or guilt following a binge eating episode.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes binge eating disorder from occasional bingeing behaviors?

    <p>The frequency of binge eating episodes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of binge eating disorder?

    <p>A sense of loss of control and inability to stop eating during a binge.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes binge eating disorder from bulimia nervosa?

    <p>The presence of compensatory behaviors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of bulimia nervosa?

    <p>Engaging in compensatory behaviors such as purging, exercising, or taking laxatives.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What differentiates binge eating disorder from occasional overeating at Thanksgiving or at a buffet?

    <p>The presence of compensatory behaviors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of binge eating disorder?

    <p>A sense of loss of control and inability to stop eating during a binge.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key difference between binge eating disorder and bulimia nervosa?

    <p>People with bulimia nervosa engage in compensatory behaviors, while people with binge eating disorder do not.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes binge eating disorder from bulimia nervosa?

    <p>The presence of compensatory behaviors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Feeding and Eating Disorders

    • Factitious Disorder involves individuals deliberately creating or exaggerating symptoms of physical illness or injury.
    • Munchausen Syndrome can be imposed on oneself or another individual.
    • Disorders often manifest during adolescence and adulthood include anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa.
    • Feeding Disorders focus on issues related to eating and nutrient absorption, while Eating Disorders center around the psychological aspects of eating and body image.
    • Anorexia Nervosa is characterized by an intense fear of weight gain or becoming fat.
    • Binge Eating Disorder is the most common eating disorder.
    • Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) is marked by selective or picky eating habits.
    • Pica Disorder involves the regular consumption of non-food substances.
    • Disorders like ARFID can be diagnosed alongside other conditions in the feeding and eating disorders category.
    • Disorders may be diagnosed following hospitalization for a physical or mental health issue.
    • This category emphasizes an intense focus on physical symptoms or pain without a clear medical explanation.
    • Somatic Symptom Disorder is characterized by significant distress about physical symptoms.
    • Diagnosis may occur when physical symptoms persist for six months or longer.
    • Symptoms related to somatic disorders are typically uncovered during medical evaluations.
    • Diagnoses are considered when the focus on symptoms causes considerable distress or dysfunction.
    • A key feature is the excessive concern about the seriousness of symptoms.

    Conversion Disorder

    • The main characteristic of Conversion Disorder is the presence of neurological symptoms (e.g., paralysis, blindness) that cannot be explained by medical conditions.

    Binge Eating Disorder

    • A key feature includes recurrent episodes of binge eating.
    • Diagnosis requires engaging in binge eating on average at least once a week for three months.
    • It differs from occasional bingeing by the absence of compensatory behaviors like purging.
    • Individuals are often dominated by emotional distress after binge episodes.
    • Common behaviors related to binge eating disorder include consuming large amounts of food in a short period.
    • Binge eating disorder usually occurs during early adulthood and can emerge after a hospitalization.

    Bulimia Nervosa

    • The main difference between binge eating disorder and Bulimia Nervosa is that bulimia involves compensatory behaviors to prevent weight gain.
    • Individuals with bulimia often experience feelings of shame surrounding their eating behaviors.

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    Test your knowledge on somatic symptoms and related disorders with this informative quiz. Explore the DSM-5 criteria, symptoms, and the impact of somatic symptoms on individuals' mental well-being.

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