Earl falls at work. The initial medical tests showed no major physical problems. However, Earl calls the next day and tells his boss that he is unable to use his right leg because it is paralyzed. He also informs his boss that he plans to sue the company. Earl most likely ________
A) has conversion disorder.
B) has somatization disorder.
C) has factitious disorder.
D) is malingering.

Question

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Earl's sudden paralysis of the right leg and his intention to sue the company suggest that he may be exaggerating or feigning his symptoms for personal gain. This behavior is consistent with malingering, which is defined as the deliberate feigning or exaggeration of symptoms for secondary gain, such as financial compensation or avoiding work responsibilities.

Earl Falls at Work