Factitious Disorders Differ from Somatic Symptom and Dissociative Disorders in That

question 51

Multiple Choice

Factitious disorders differ from somatic symptom and dissociative disorders in that the former

• A) are prevalent in childhood and early adolescence.
• B) have real physical bases and may be life-threatening.
• C) are intentionally produced to assume a sick role.
• D) remit once the patient is reassured about good health..

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