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Miguel has spent years being concerned about his health even though he has no symptoms or pain.Several years ago, he read an article on tumors and became preoccupied with thoughts about getting a tumor.He rarely seeks medical help and in fact avoids doctors and hospitals.Miguel is most likely experiencing a(n) ________ disorder.

A) illness anxiety
B) somatic symptom
C) dissociative
D) acute stress

Illness Anxiety

A disorder characterized by excessive worry about having a serious illness, despite medical reassurance and lack of diagnostic evidence.

Somatic Symptom

A physical symptom that can cause significant distress or impairment, which may be linked to psychological distress though it lacks a medical cause.

Dissociative

Relating to or involving dissociation, a disconnection and lack of continuity between thoughts, memories, surroundings, actions, and identity.

  • Absorb the information regarding the definitions and unique characteristics of various somatic symptom and related disorders.
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