Nina has hypochondriasis.She notices a red splotch on her face that seems to be getting larger each day.Nina will most likely believe that this symptom
A)is due to a psychological problem.
B)is due to a serious underlying disease.
C)will go away once she visits a doctor.
D)is a bug bite.

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Individuals with hypochondriasis tend to have a heightened fear of having serious underlying illnesses, often leading them to believe normal bodily sensations or minor symptoms are indications of a larger problem. Therefore, Nina is likely to believe that the red splotch is due to a serious underlying disease.

Nina Has Hypochondriasis