The diagnostic category that we call _____ includes conditions in which a client's physical illness is adversely affected by one or more psychological states such as depression, stress, denial of a diagnosis, or engaging in poor or even dangerous health-related behaviors.

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The diagnostic category that fits the description given is Psychological factors affecting medical condition. This category encompasses situations where psychological factors such as depression, anxiety, or denial of a medical condition exacerbate or interfere with the treatment of a physical illness.

The Diagnostic Category That We Call _____ Includes Conditions in Which