The effectiveness of reassurance in treating Illness Anxiety Disorder is a "surprising" because

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Illness Anxiety Disorder (formerly known as hypochondriasis) is characterized by intense fear or preoccupation with having a serious illness, despite medical reassurance that no such illness is present or likely. Patients may engage in excessive health-related behaviors or seek medical attention excessively. It is surprising that reassurance can be effective in treating this disorder because it goes against the belief that patients with this disorder are not supposed to respond to reassurance. However, studies have shown that providing reassurance can be helpful in alleviating symptoms in some patients, particularly when combined with cognitive-behavioral therapy. The other options are not accurate: A) research has shown the effectiveness of reassurance, B) there is no evidence to suggest that family members give up on providing reassurance, and D) only option C is true.

The Effectiveness of Reassurance in Treating Illness Anxiety Disorder Is