Herman Has Been Diagnosed with Somatization Disorder

Herman has been diagnosed with somatization disorder. He often misinterprets his bodily symptoms, which results in increased heart rate, rapid breathing, and dizziness. He states regularly, "If the pain doesn't stop soon, then it will probably cause damage to other parts of my body." Herman is most likely catastrophizing his symptoms. This catastrophizing is linked to which theoretical perspective?

A) Cognitive theory
B) Behavioural theory
C) Psychodynamic theory
D) Existential theory