Ronda Has a Somatic Symptom Disorder

question 32

Multiple Choice

Ronda has a somatic symptom disorder. She complains constantly of headaches, but no medical explanation can be found. In fact, Ronda's head does not actually hurt, but she interprets any sensation in her head as a headache and sign of a serious medical problem. This is an example of the role of ____ in causing a somatic symptom disorder. Some people with somatoform disorder misinterpret sensory experiences as real and dangerous symptoms of a serious medical problem.

• A) misperception
• B) conceptualization
• C) overcontrol
• D) inattention

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Definitions:

Talk Therapy

A form of psychotherapy that involves discussing one's feelings, thoughts, and behaviors with a therapist to gain insight, resolve problems, or improve mental health.

Listening Therapy

A therapeutic approach that uses the act of listening to sound, music, or spoken word to improve physical or psychological conditions, often related to auditory processing issues or emotional wellbeing.

Intrapersonal Communication

The process of internal dialog or communication within an individual, involving thoughts, feelings, and self-reflection.

Open Communication

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