Derrick Has Experienced Intense Pain in His Lower Back for the Last

question 2

Multiple Choice

Derrick has experienced intense pain in his lower back for the last 18 months. Even though an extensive medical evaluation found no physical basis for his complaints, he feels in too much pain to return to work. Derrick is becoming angry and depressed over his doctor's view that his problem is in his head and often spends time visiting emergency rooms for pain medication. Given what you know, what may Derrick be experiencing?

• A) Conversion disorder
• B) Somatic symptom disorder
• C) Hypochondriasis
• D) Body dysmorphic disorder

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