Asked by shanee tolbert on May 28, 2024
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Rishi complains of severe stomach pain and believes that he has stomach cancer. He is taken to the hospital where the doctor prescribes some tests. Rishi's reports are normal and he did not have any medical problem. However, he insists that he has stomach cancer. Rishi is suffering from __________.
A) illness anxiety disorder
B) dissociative amnesia
C) social anxiety disorder
D) bipolar disorder
Illness Anxiety Disorder
A chronic mental health condition characterized by excessive worry about having a serious illness, despite having few or no symptoms.
Social Anxiety Disorder
A mental health condition marked by intense fear or anxiety in social situations due to concerns about being judged, embarrassed, or scrutinized by others.
Stomach Cancer
A malignant tumor that forms in the tissues of the stomach, often resulting from genetic factors, lifestyle choices, or chronic gastritis.
- Recognize the physiological and mental signs linked to anxiety disorders.
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Learning Objectives
- Recognize the physiological and mental signs linked to anxiety disorders.
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