Which of the Following Is NOT Offered by Psychologists as an Explanation

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT offered by psychologists as an explanation for why people delay seeking needed medical treatment?

• A) Misinterpretation of the significance of symptoms
• B) Fear of looking silly if the problem turns out to be nothing
• C) Worry about bothering their physician
• D) Fear of possible medical treatments

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