Somatic symptom disorders, although they cause discomfort to the ...

[rmenurse]

Somatic symptom disorders, although they cause discomfort to the individual, do not result in significant functional impairment.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

When diagnosing obsessive-compulsive disorder in children, one must be mindful of the developmental trajectory for repetitive behaviors. What does this statement mean?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

[mfedorka]

Answer to Question 1

FALSE

Answer to Question 2

Rituals are common among children and do not automatically indicate a disorder. Some children with medical illnesses repeat behaviors for self-care purposes related to their illnesses. Ritualistic behaviors, like fears, appear to follow a developmental sequence and often disappear with increasing maturity.

[rmenurse]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[sarah_brady415]

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