When Bob noticed a pain in his thigh, he was convinced it was a sign of bone cancer. Although X-rays revealed no sign of cancer, Bob sought the opinions of a dozen other physicians who agreed with the original opinion. What psychological disorder might Bob's behavior indicate?

A) mood disorder
B) hypochondriasis
C) conversion disorder
D) catatonic schizophrenia

Hypochondriasis

A psychological disorder characterized by excessive preoccupation with the fear of having a serious disease, despite medical reassurance otherwise.

Pain

An unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with, or resembling that associated with, actual or potential tissue damage.

Bone Cancer

A type of malignancy that originates in the cells of the bones.