Which of the Following Is NOT a Part of Cognitive-Behavioral

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a part of cognitive-behavioral therapy for hypochondriasis in Barsky and Ahern's 2005 clinical trial?

• A)Reassurance to the patients that their symptoms did not reflect a serious illness
• B)Identifying and challenging illness-related misinterpretations of physical sensations
• C)Purposely "creating" symptoms by focusing attention on certain body areas
• D)Coaching on seeking less reassurance regarding patients' illness concerns

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