A conversion disorder is characterized by ______________?

Correct answer: A. Functional impairment of a limb or sensory ability with no apparent physical cause

  • A. Functional impairment of a limb or sensory ability with no apparent physical cause
  • B. A constant fear of becoming seriously ill
  • C. Frequently vague complaints of physical symptoms
  • D. None of these

Explanation

Conversion disorder involves genuine neurological-like symptoms, such as paralysis or sensory loss, without an adequate physical explanation. Fear of serious illness describes illness anxiety disorder, while vague physical complaints are associated with somatic symptom presentations.

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