When Would Paul Be Most Likely to Be Diagnosed with a Somatic

question 27

Multiple Choice

When would Paul be most likely to be diagnosed with a somatic symptom disorder with predominant pain?

• A)if he is convinced that he has a serious illness because of the mild pain he is experiencing
• B)if he has physical reasons for pain but psychological factors play a major role as well
• C)if he has physical reasons for pain, but knowingly exaggerates the pain to gain sympathy, attention, or some other benefit
• D)if he has an unrealistic fear of experiencing pain or discomfort

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