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AP Psychology
Multiple Choice

Somatic Symptom Disorder Identification

Hard Unit 12: Abnormal Behavior Somatic Symptom And Related Disorders

Consider a 35-year-old woman who frequently visits various medical specialists complaining of severe stomach pain, headaches, and fatigue. Despite numerous medical tests showing no underlying physical conditions, she remains convinced that she has a serious illness. She often dismisses psychological explanations for her symptoms, insisting instead on physical diagnoses. Which of the following disorders is most likely applicable to her situation?

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