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strangeaffliction

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What is one reason for the limited research on the psychological treatment of somatic symptom disorders?
 
  a. Most of these patients deny having any symptoms.
  b. These people tend to see physicians, not psychologists.
  c. The high rate of dissociation among these people makes assessment very difficult.
  d. Psychological treatment is usually seen as unnecessary.

Question 2

The medical records of a patient contain the word alexithymia. Assuming the word is accurate, what can we conclude about this patient?
 
  a. He has difficulty recognizing and expressing emotions.
  b. He has been hostile and will not cooperate in his treatment.
  c. He is feigning an illness in order to take on the sick role.
  d. He does not take responsibility for his actions and constantly blames others.


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Anna

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: b.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: a.


strangeaffliction

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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Gracias!

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