Robert is unable to hear. A thorough physical examination reveals no medical findings that could account for this reported inability to hear. Which of the following diagnoses is a clinician likely to consider at this point?

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Based on the given information, it is likely that Robert is experiencing a conversion disorder, in which he is experiencing a physical symptom (in this case, hearing loss) that is not explained by any medical findings or underlying physiological cause.

Robert Is Unable to Hear