Joel Has Persistent and Recurring Complaints of Bodily Symptoms That

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Essay

Joel has persistent and recurring complaints of bodily symptoms that are accompanied by abnormal thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. For instance, when Joel gets a headache, he panics, calls his wife, and tells her he has a brain tumor. After eating certain foods, Joel sometimes gets heartburn. On three occasions, he has gone to the hospital to make sure he wasn't having a heart attack. What disorder does Joel likely have? What clues suggest that Joel has this disorder?

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