____ Refers to the Occurrence of Similar Physical Symptoms in a Group

question 67

Multiple Choice

____ refers to the occurrence of similar physical symptoms in a group of people when there is no known physical cause for the symptoms.

• A)Mass hysteria
• B)Mass psychogenic illness
• C)The intern's syndrome
• D)The somatic dilemma

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Definitions:

Induce Coma

A medically induced state of deep unconsciousness used to protect the brain during major medical procedures or in response to severe illness.

Schizophrenia

A chronic and severe mental disorder affecting how a person thinks, feels, and behaves, leading to psychotic symptoms such as hallucinations and delusions.

Hysteria

A historical diagnosis for a variety of psychological symptoms including overwhelming emotions and physiological disturbances, not used in modern medical terminology.