Although no longer a distinct diagnostic category in the DSM, the term hypochondriasis reflected individuals __________.
A) who deny the presence of serious diagnosed conditions
B) with a fear of hospitals and treatment
C) with physical complaints who believed their symptoms were due to a serious, undetected illness
D) using illness to obtain love and attention from others

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Hypochondriasis was a disorder characterized by individuals with physical complaints who believed their symptoms were due to a serious, undetected illness. While they may have undergone multiple medical tests, they often did not accept reassurance from healthcare providers that they were healthy. This condition is now considered part of the somatic symptom and related disorders category in the DSM-5.

Although No Longer a Distinct Diagnostic Category in the DSM