A person who regularly interprets normal body sensations as signs of a serious disease has
A) a conversion reaction.
B) hypochondriasis.
C) a psychosomatic disorder.
D) a delusional disorder.

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Hypochondriasis, also known as illness anxiety disorder, is a condition where a person is excessively worried about having a serious illness, despite medical reassurance that they are healthy. They interpret normal bodily sensations as signs of a serious disease and may spend a lot of time researching and seeking medical attention for their perceived symptoms.

A Person Who Regularly Interprets Normal Body Sensations as Signs