Individuals with somatic symptom disorders ________
A) intentionally fake their illnesses in order to obtain some special treatment.
B) generally have a physical cause for their illness.
C) believe that their symptoms are real and serious.
D) usually have little concern over their state of health.

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Individuals with somatic symptom disorders have physical symptoms that are either not fully explained by a medical condition or are out of proportion to a medical condition. They genuinely believe that their symptoms are real and serious, leading to excessive worry and anxiety about their health. They are not intentionally faking their illnesses, nor do they have little concern over their state of health.

Individuals with Somatic Symptom Disorders ________