Even though Hannah could no longer use her left hand she did not seem overly concerned about it. Her family physician was at a loss because she could not find any medical reason as to why she could not move her hand. Hannah most likely suffers from a(n) ___________.
A)conversion disorder
B)obsessive-compulsive disorder
C)dissociative disorder
D)post-traumatic stress disorder

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Conversion disorder is a condition in which physical symptoms appear as a result of psychological distress or conflict, without any underlying medical reason. In this case, Hannah's inability to use her left hand despite no medical reason suggests a conversion disorder.

Even Though Hannah Could No Longer Use Her Left Hand