Martin wants to help his wife, Joann, with her somatic symptom disorder.He asks his friend Joe, who is a psychiatrist, for help.Joe tells Martin the evidence suggests the best therapy for Joann is which of the following?

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Somatic symptom disorder involves physical symptoms that may have no apparent medical cause. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) can be effective for somatic symptom disorder as it helps to identify and challenge maladaptive thoughts and behaviours that may be contributing to the physical symptoms. CBT also teaches patients coping strategies and relaxation techniques that can help manage symptoms. Hypnosis and medication (such as Prozac) may not address the underlying psychological factors contributing to the disorder, while traditional psychotherapy may not be as focused on the specific cognitive and behavioural aspects of the disorder.

Martin Wants to Help His Wife, Joann, with Her Somatic