A college senior comes to the mental health clinic with the chief complaint that "My face is so ugly I can't go out in public." Assessment reveals she has no actual disfigurement and is of average attractiveness.She tells the nurse that she goes to class wearing a scarf draped across her lower face but is concerned that she will be unable to interview for positions after graduation because of her ugly appearance.The patient's symptoms are consistent with the clinical picture of:

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Body dysmorphic disorder involves preoccupation with an imagined defect in appearance.Dissociative identity disorder involves the existence of two or more distinct subpersonalities,each with its own patterns of relating,perceiving,and thinking.Hypochondriasis is defined as a preoccupation with fears of having a serious disease.Malingering is defined as intentionally producing symptoms for a personal gain.

A College Senior Comes to the Mental Health Clinic with the Chief