Jaclyn has been complaining for several weeks that she has lost all feeling in her right hand. Her physical exam revealed no nerve damage. However, Jaclyn insists that something is wrong because she feels as though she has on a tight glove. Jaclyn is mostly experiencing _____ associated with _____ disorder.

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Jaclyn is experiencing glove anesthesia, which is a common symptom of conversion disorder. Conversion disorder involves physical symptoms that cannot be explained by underlying medical conditions, and is often associated with psychological or emotional stress.

Jaclyn Has Been Complaining for Several Weeks That She Has