Asked by Kacie Vassdal on Jul 08, 2024
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When someone has pain in the absence of any physiological cause,that person has:
A) bipolar disorder.
B) somatoform disorder.
C) personality disorder.
D) an agoraphobic disorder.
Somatoform Disorder
A mental disorder characterized by physical symptoms that cannot be fully explained by any underlying medical condition.
Physiological Cause
An underlying biological or physical reason for a condition or behavior.
Pain
A distressing physical and emotional sensation related to either existing or possible damage to bodily tissues.
- Acquire knowledge of the definitions and features of diverse mental illnesses.
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Zybrea KnightJul 09, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Pain in the absence of a physiological cause is a key symptom of somatoform disorder. Bipolar disorder and personality disorder are not primarily characterized by physical symptoms, and agoraphobic disorder is characterized by a fear of open spaces and does not necessarily involve physical pain.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge of the definitions and features of diverse mental illnesses.