Sandra Is Experiencing a Loss of Vision for Which Her

question 26

Multiple Choice

Sandra is experiencing a loss of vision for which her doctor can find no physical cause. The term best suited to describing her condition is

• A) factitious disorder.
• B) illness anxiety disorder.
• C) somatic symptom disorder.
• D) conversion disorder.
• E) major depressive disorder

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Definitions:

Homelessness

The condition of not having a permanent place to live, often resulting in living on the streets, in shelters, or in temporary accommodations.

Fear

An emotional response to perceived threats or danger, characterized by feelings of anxiety and apprehension.

Shame

A painful emotion caused by consciousness of wrongdoing, inadequacy, or embarrassment.

Guilt

A feeling of responsibility or remorse for some offense, crime, wrong, whether real or imagined.