The Misinterpretation of Normal Physical Aches and Pains as Signs

question 22

Multiple Choice

The misinterpretation of normal physical aches and pains as signs of serious sickness is best described by which of the following?

• A)Make mountains out of molehills.
• B)Fake it until you make it.
• C)Sticks and stones can break my bones but names will never hurt me.
• D)I was born this way.

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Definitions:

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