Dr Krank Says, "Patients Who Continually Report Being in Pain

question 39

Multiple Choice

Dr. Krank says, "Patients who continually report being in pain have a higher-than-normal sensitivity level." Dr. Krank's explanation of somatic symptom disorder reflects which perspective?

• A) psychodynamic
• B) biological
• C) sociocultural
• D) cognitive-behavioral

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